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E894 JDL

1988 Suzuki GS850

Red Petrol 843cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Sep 2018
Tests17 (11 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate64.7%

Mileage

40,320 mi
Last recorded40,320 miles
Recorded on15 Sep 2017
Typical for 1988 Suzuki GS85038,166 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE894 JDL
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS850
Year1988
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine843cc

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MOT History

11 pass 6 fail
Pass 15 Sep 2017 40,320 miles
Fail 8 Sep 2017 40,313 miles

All position lamps not working centre lights working,outer lights needed(trike more than 1.3m wide.) (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Rear brake binding slightly.

Pass 20 Sep 2016 39,052 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2015 38,932 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 30 Jun 2015 38,932 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2014 38,857 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2012 38,800 miles
Fail 31 Aug 2012 38,799 miles

Rear IMPORTANT. Do not use failure or PRS against this item. For other Body and Structure component defects please enter 5690 in the 'Find item' box above. (9.6)

steering wobbles at low speeds, noticed on brake test

Pass 1 Sep 2011 38,565 miles
Fail 30 Aug 2011 38,560 miles

Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

brake disc has restricted free movement (3.5.1j)

Centre Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 3 Sep 2010 37,151 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2009 33,734 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2009 33,680 miles

Brake pedal has insufficient reserve movement (3.3.A.5)

IMPORTANT. Do not use failure or PRS against this item. For other Body and Structure component defects please enter 5690 in the 'Find item' box above. (9.6)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 27 Sep 2007 31,853 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2006 28,822 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2005 28,297 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2005 28,297 miles

Front Front suspension retaining device missing (2.5.A.4)

Steering control restriction of the free movement of the steering (9.2.2a)

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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E894 JDL is a 1988 Suzuki GS850 in Red with a 843cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.7%.

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 E894 JDL, 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.

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What year was E894 JDL registered?

E894 JDL is a 1988 Suzuki GS850, first registered on 24 June 1988.

Is E894 JDL safe to buy?

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