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FJT 7V

1979 Suzuki GS850

Blue Petrol 843cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Aug 2010
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

55,112 mi
Last recorded55,112 miles
Recorded on11 Aug 2009
Typical for 1979 Suzuki GS85038,617 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFJT 7V
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS850
Year1979
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine843cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Aug 2009 55,112 miles
Fail 10 Aug 2009 55,112 miles

Rear Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii))

Fail 24 Oct 2007 52,431 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 24 Oct 2007 52,431 miles

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 14 Dec 2006 49,300 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

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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FJT 7V is a 1979 Suzuki GS850 in Blue with a 843cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 FJT 7V, 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

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What year was FJT 7V registered?

FJT 7V is a 1979 Suzuki GS850, first registered on 16 October 1979.

Is FJT 7V safe to buy?

The MOT history for FJT 7V shows 5 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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