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E237 UWX

1988 Suzuki GS850

Black Petrol 843cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jul 2013
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

33,021 mi
Last recorded33,021 miles
Recorded on10 Jul 2012
Typical for 1988 Suzuki GS85038,166 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE237 UWX
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS850
Year1988
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine843cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Jul 2012 33,021 miles

Advise rear tyre tread perished & cracked

Front brake close to having no reserve travel

This vehicle has been presented with front & rear light masked over. The vehicle should only be used in daylight hours and not times of reduced visibility

Fail 29 Jun 2012 32,985 miles

Front suspension assembly component excessively misaligned (2.3.1)

Offside Front suspension assembly excessive wear or free play in a front suspension component (2.3.4)

Throttle has a significant change in engine speed whilst moving the steering from lock to lock (2.1.4)

Advise rear tyre tread perished & cracked

Advise signs of oil contamination on front brake discs

Front brake close to having no reserve travel

This vehicle has been presented with front & rear light masked over. The vehicle should only be used in daylight hours and not times of reduced visibility

Pass 29 Apr 2011 32,917 miles

No lights fitted at time of test

Pass 7 Apr 2010 32,466 miles

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

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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E237 UWX is a 1988 Suzuki GS850 in Black with a 843cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 E237 UWX, 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 E237 UWX?

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What year was E237 UWX registered?

E237 UWX is a 1988 Suzuki GS850, first registered on 5 May 1988.

Is E237 UWX safe to buy?

The MOT history for E237 UWX shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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