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EWJ 966V

1980 Suzuki GS850

Black Petrol 843cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jan 2021
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

4,084 mi
Last recorded4,084 miles
Recorded on29 Jun 2019
Typical for 1980 Suzuki GS85037,742 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEWJ 966V
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS850
Year1980
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine843cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Jun 2019 4,084 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2018 3,906 miles
Pass 31 May 2017 3,358 miles

Central Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 31 Jul 2015 2,552 miles
Pass 21 May 2011 2,536 miles

No indicators fitted

Pass 18 Jun 2009 2,005 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2008 1,657 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2007 997 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2005 112 miles
Fail 6 Oct 2005 112 miles

Front Headlamp aim beam image kick-up is to the offside (1.6.1)

Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

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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EWJ 966V is a 1980 Suzuki GS850 in Black with a 843cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

Across all 1980 Suzuki GS850 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.3% with a typical mileage of 37,742 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 EWJ 966V, 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 46 years old, this Suzuki GS850 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was EWJ 966V registered?

EWJ 966V is a 1980 Suzuki GS850, first registered on 17 July 1980.

Is EWJ 966V safe to buy?

The MOT history for EWJ 966V shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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