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D923 YSA

1987 Suzuki GS850

Black Petrol 843cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jul 2026
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

28,388 mi
Last recorded28,388 miles
Recorded on24 Jul 2025
Typical for 1987 Suzuki GS85035,238 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD923 YSA
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS850
Year1987
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine843cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Jul 2025 28,388 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2024 28,060 miles
Fail 29 Aug 2024 28,058 miles

Dipswitch does not operate immediately when selected on main beam (4.1.3 (b))

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 15 Apr 2023 27,661 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2022 27,147 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2020 26,039 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2019 25,915 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2018 24,993 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2017 23,585 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2016 20,979 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2015 20,581 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 9 Sep 2013 20,133 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2012 19,509 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2012 19,509 miles

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

Pass 19 Mar 2011 18,925 miles
Pass 15 May 2010 18,574 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2009 18,339 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2008 17,752 miles
Fail 13 May 2008 17,736 miles

Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instruction/s (4.1.2e)

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

Pass 11 Apr 2006 16,575 miles

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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D923 YSA is a 1987 Suzuki GS850 in Black with a 843cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 D923 YSA, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was D923 YSA registered?

D923 YSA is a 1987 Suzuki GS850, first registered on 1 July 1987.

Is D923 YSA safe to buy?

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