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E185 JLY

1988 Suzuki GS850

Black Petrol 843cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Oct 2026
Tests22 (17 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate77.3%

Mileage

71,224 mi
Last recorded71,224 miles
Recorded on1 Oct 2025
Typical for 1988 Suzuki GS85038,166 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE185 JLY
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS850
Year1988
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine843cc

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MOT History

17 pass 5 fail
Pass 1 Oct 2025 71,224 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2024 71,131 miles
Fail 21 Oct 2024 71,131 miles

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 8 Sep 2023 71,069 miles
Fail 8 Sep 2023 71,069 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Brake caliper insecurely mounted and braking performance affected bolts loose (1.1.16 (c) (ii))

Pass 19 May 2022 70,997 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (b))

Pass 15 May 2021 70,667 miles
Pass 28 May 2020 70,213 miles
Pass 16 May 2019 70,044 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2018 69,604 miles
Pass 23 May 2017 69,240 miles

rear brake disc slightly worn

Pass 23 May 2016 69,034 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Fail 21 May 2015 68,399 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

centre stand spring weak

Pass 21 May 2015 68,399 miles

centre stand spring weak

Pass 17 Jun 2014 67,542 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2013 67,314 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2012 66,618 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2011 66,340 miles
Fail 25 Feb 2011 66,339 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Pass 4 May 2007 66,327 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2007 66,307 miles

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

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 13 May 2006 66,198 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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E185 JLY is a 1988 Suzuki GS850 in Black with a 843cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.3%.

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 E185 JLY, 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

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What year was E185 JLY registered?

E185 JLY is a 1988 Suzuki GS850, first registered on 7 April 1988.

Is E185 JLY safe to buy?

The MOT history for E185 JLY shows 22 tests with a 77.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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