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F417 OBW

1989 Suzuki GS450

Black Petrol 448cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 May 2013
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

55,284 mi
Last recorded55,284 miles
Recorded on8 May 2012
Typical for 1989 Suzuki GS45032,184 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF417 OBW
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS450
Year1989
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine448cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Fail 8 May 2012 55,284 miles

Registration plate dirty (6.3.1d)

Pass 8 May 2012 55,284 miles
Pass 11 May 2011 53,600 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2010 52,531 miles
Fail 17 Mar 2010 52,531 miles

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 11 Feb 2009 51,340 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2008 48,494 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2007 45,292 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2006 43,455 miles

How Reliable is the Suzuki GS450?

Based on 1,256 MOT tests across 213 vehicles.

81.6%
Pass Rate
377
Miles/Year
46
Year Lifespan
213
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 29
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 16
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 12
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 11
Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey 9
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F417 OBW is a 1989 Suzuki GS450 in Black with a 448cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 1989 Suzuki GS450 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.3% with a typical mileage of 32,184 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 GS450 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 29 recorded failures. If you're considering buying F417 OBW, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki GS450 typically stays on UK roads for around 46 years. At 37 years old, this Suzuki GS450 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of F417 OBW?

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What year was F417 OBW registered?

F417 OBW is a 1989 Suzuki GS450, first registered on 5 July 1989.

Is F417 OBW safe to buy?

The MOT history for F417 OBW shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does F417 OBW have outstanding finance?

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