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FRU 715Y

1983 Suzuki GS450

Black Petrol 448cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Apr 2019
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

47,745 mi
Last recorded47,745 miles
Recorded on18 Apr 2018
Typical for 1983 Suzuki GS45023,093 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFRU 715Y
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS450
Year1983
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine448cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 18 Apr 2018 47,745 miles

Centre stand does not locate as should do,fouling exhaust

Front Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Registration plate is deteriorated,but is secure and legible

Some light corrosion in frame,

Fail 12 Apr 2018 47,744 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

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

Centre stand does not locate as should do,fouling exhaust

Front Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Registration plate is deteriorated,but is secure and legible

Some light corrosion in frame,

Pass 11 Aug 2016 46,218 miles

Front Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Lower Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Rear Lower Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit Centre of tread (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 8 Aug 2015 45,755 miles

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Nearside Rear suspension component slightly corroded. (2.4.A.1a)

Offside Rear suspension component slightly corroded. (2.4.A.1a)

Fail 8 Aug 2015 45,755 miles

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Nearside Rear suspension component slightly corroded. (2.4.A.1a)

Offside Rear suspension component slightly corroded. (2.4.A.1a)

Pass 8 Aug 2014 45,371 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2013 43,524 miles

engine has an oil leak

indicators slightly slow.

Pass 31 Mar 2012 42,284 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2012 42,284 miles

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

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

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

Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.7.3a)

Pass 7 Sep 2010 42,055 miles

Front Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

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

Pass 7 Apr 2009 41,614 miles
Fail 1 Apr 2009 41,614 miles

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

Rear Exhaust mounting does not fully support the exhaust system (7.1.1.c)

Pass 31 Mar 2008 40,907 miles

Nearside Rear Drive chain sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 9 Feb 2007 40,017 miles

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

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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FRU 715Y is a 1983 Suzuki GS450 in Black with a 448cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 1983 Suzuki GS450 models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.6% with a typical mileage of 23,093 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 FRU 715Y, 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 43 years old, this Suzuki GS450 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was FRU 715Y registered?

FRU 715Y is a 1983 Suzuki GS450, first registered on 31 December 1983.

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