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E127 AWL

1988 Suzuki GS850

Black Petrol 843cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jan 2019
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

50,673 mi
Last recorded50,673 miles
Recorded on17 Jan 2018
Typical for 1988 Suzuki GS85038,166 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE127 AWL
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS850
Year1988
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine843cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Jan 2018 50,673 miles
Fail 17 Jan 2018 50,673 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Registration plate does not have black characters on a yellow background (6.3.2a)

Pass 22 Dec 2016 50,609 miles

Motor cycle engine rough running at time of test but run enough to check noise emission and throttle check

Fail 21 Dec 2016 50,608 miles

Nearside Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil Fork seal (2.3.3)

Rear Brake locking device missing Brake reactor arm forward nut (3.2.A1e)

Motor cycle engine rough running at time of test but run enough to check noise emission and throttle check

Pass 11 Jun 2013 50,199 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2011 49,200 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2008 49,190 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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E127 AWL is a 1988 Suzuki GS850 in Black with a 843cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 1988 Suzuki GS850 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.4% with a typical mileage of 38,166 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 E127 AWL, 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 38 years old, this Suzuki GS850 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of E127 AWL?

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What year was E127 AWL registered?

E127 AWL is a 1988 Suzuki GS850, first registered on 10 April 1988.

Is E127 AWL safe to buy?

The MOT history for E127 AWL shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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