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E271 WMB

1987 Suzuki GS850

Black Petrol 843cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Oct 2021
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

36,678 mi
Last recorded36,678 miles
Recorded on5 Oct 2020
Typical for 1987 Suzuki GS85035,238 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE271 WMB
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS850
Year1987
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine843cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Oct 2020 36,678 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 12 Apr 2017 36,237 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2010 36,175 miles
Fail 2 May 2009 35,784 miles

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

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

Pass 2 May 2009 35,784 miles

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

Pass 7 Oct 2006 33,539 miles

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

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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E271 WMB is a 1987 Suzuki GS850 in Black with a 843cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 E271 WMB, 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.

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What year was E271 WMB registered?

E271 WMB is a 1987 Suzuki GS850, first registered on 5 August 1987.

Is E271 WMB safe to buy?

The MOT history for E271 WMB shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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