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D709 HYL

1987 Suzuki GS850

Black Petrol 843cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Mar 2011
Tests7 (3 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate42.9%

Mileage

38,176 mi
Last recorded38,176 miles
Recorded on17 Mar 2010
Typical for 1987 Suzuki GS85035,238 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD709 HYL
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS850
Year1987
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine843cc

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MOT History

3 pass 4 fail
Pass 17 Mar 2010 38,176 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Temporary fuel cap fitted

Fail 17 Mar 2010 38,176 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Temporary fuel cap fitted

Pass 3 Oct 2008 37,378 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Fail 3 Oct 2008 37,378 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Fail 5 Oct 2007 36,510 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Nail in front tyre

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 5 Oct 2007 36,510 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Nail in front tyre

Fail 26 Apr 2007 36,510 miles

Centre Headlamp dipped beam affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.2c)

Centre Headlamp main beam affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.2c)

Direction indicator missing (1.5.1a)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Nail in front tyre

How Reliable is the Suzuki GS850?

Based on 6,376 MOT tests across 1,024 vehicles.

82.9%
Pass Rate
373
Miles/Year
47
Year Lifespan
1,024
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 104
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 90
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 88
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 55
Horn not working 34
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D709 HYL is a 1987 Suzuki GS850 in Black with a 843cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 42.9%.

Across all 1987 Suzuki GS850 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.4% with a typical mileage of 35,238 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Suzuki GS850 fails its MOT is roller brake test indicates a binding brake, accounting for 104 recorded failures. If you're considering buying D709 HYL, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki GS850 typically stays on UK roads for around 47 years. At 39 years old, this Suzuki GS850 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was D709 HYL registered?

D709 HYL is a 1987 Suzuki GS850, first registered on 13 May 1987.

Is D709 HYL safe to buy?

The MOT history for D709 HYL shows 7 tests with a 42.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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