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E509 WAM

1987 Suzuki GS850

Black Petrol 843cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Apr 2019
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

27,540 mi
Last recorded27,540 miles
Recorded on9 Apr 2018
Typical for 1987 Suzuki GS85035,238 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE509 WAM
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS850
Year1987
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine843cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 9 Apr 2018 27,540 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2015 27,540 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2013 27,206 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2012 26,622 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2012 26,622 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 17 Jun 2011 26,028 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2011 26,028 miles

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

Pass 3 Jun 2010 25,245 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Fail 3 Jun 2010 25,245 miles

Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 11 Jun 2009 24,531 miles

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 23 Jun 2008 23,781 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2008 23,761 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 21 Jun 2007 23,106 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 23 May 2006 22,142 miles
Fail 18 May 2006 22,122 miles

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

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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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E509 WAM is a 1987 Suzuki GS850 in Black with a 843cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 E509 WAM, 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 E509 WAM registered?

E509 WAM is a 1987 Suzuki GS850, first registered on 7 August 1987.

Is E509 WAM safe to buy?

The MOT history for E509 WAM shows 15 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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