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ETA 826T

1979 Suzuki GS850

Blue Petrol 843cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jan 2021
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

57,847 mi
Last recorded57,847 miles
Recorded on10 Jul 2019
Typical for 1979 Suzuki GS85038,617 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationETA 826T
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS850
Year1979
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine843cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 10 Jul 2019 57,847 miles

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

Pass 12 Jul 2018 57,569 miles

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

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

Fail 10 Jul 2018 57,552 miles

Front Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

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

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

Pass 1 Jul 2017 57,236 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 6 Jul 2016 57,100 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Fail 2 Jul 2016 57,100 miles

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 15 Jul 2015 57,031 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Fail 11 Jul 2015 57,031 miles

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 26 Jul 2014 56,876 miles
Fail 26 Jul 2014 56,876 miles

Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instruction/s (4.1.2e)

Pass 28 Jul 2010 56,810 miles
Fail 14 Jul 2010 56,809 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 29 Jul 2009 56,620 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 18 Jun 2008 56,257 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2007 55,562 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2006 54,861 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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ETA 826T is a 1979 Suzuki GS850 in Blue with a 843cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

Across all 1979 Suzuki GS850 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.9% with a typical mileage of 38,617 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 ETA 826T, 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 47 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 ETA 826T?

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What year was ETA 826T registered?

ETA 826T is a 1979 Suzuki GS850, first registered on 31 December 1979.

Is ETA 826T safe to buy?

The MOT history for ETA 826T shows 16 tests with a 68.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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