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E162 ARA

1987 Suzuki LS650

Blue Petrol 652cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Jul 2010
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

43,900 mi
Last recorded43,900 miles
Recorded on22 Jul 2009
Typical for 1987 Suzuki LS65024,770 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE162 ARA
MakeSuzuki
ModelLS650
Year1987
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine652cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Jul 2009 43,900 miles
Pass 13 May 2008 43,839 miles
Fail 8 May 2008 43,833 miles

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

How Reliable is the Suzuki LS650?

Based on 3,023 MOT tests across 374 vehicles.

84.6%
Pass Rate
298
Miles/Year
40
Year Lifespan
374
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 42
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 42
Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition 18
reflector on motorcycle missing 17
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 15
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E162 ARA is a 1987 Suzuki LS650 in Blue with a 652cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1987 Suzuki LS650 models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.3% with a typical mileage of 24,770 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 LS650 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 42 recorded failures. If you're considering buying E162 ARA, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki LS650 typically stays on UK roads for around 40 years. At 39 years old, this Suzuki LS650 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was E162 ARA registered?

E162 ARA is a 1987 Suzuki LS650, first registered on 13 August 1987.

Is E162 ARA safe to buy?

The MOT history for E162 ARA shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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