CarVerify

Free Car Check

FCK 840W

1980 Suzuki GS850

Black Petrol 843cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Apr 2021
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

96,914 mi
Last recorded96,914 miles
Recorded on9 Mar 2020
Typical for 1980 Suzuki GS85037,742 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

4 checks still locked for this Suzuki
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationFCK 840W
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS850
Year1980
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine843cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Mar 2020 96,914 miles
Fail 6 Mar 2020 96,911 miles

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 11 Mar 2019 94,216 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2018 92,398 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2017 88,919 miles
Fail 8 Mar 2017 88,914 miles

Stop lamp affected by the operation of another lamp (1.3.2)

Pass 4 Apr 2016 82,926 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2015 73,783 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2014 68,120 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2013 65,155 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2012 58,630 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2011 52,492 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2010 48,215 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2009 44,796 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2007 43,977 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2006 41,529 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
Full Suzuki GS850 reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

FCK 840W is a 1980 Suzuki GS850 in Black with a 843cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 FCK 840W, 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

How do I check the history of FCK 840W?

You can check the full history of FCK 840W by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was FCK 840W registered?

FCK 840W is a 1980 Suzuki GS850, first registered on 17 October 1980.

Is FCK 840W safe to buy?

The MOT history for FCK 840W shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does FCK 840W have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on FCK 840W. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.