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G73 LNY

1989 Suzuki GS450

White Petrol 448cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Nov 2026
Tests16 (10 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

38,665 mi
Last recorded38,665 miles
Recorded on22 Oct 2025
Typical for 1989 Suzuki GS45032,184 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG73 LNY
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS450
Year1989
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine448cc

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MOT History

10 pass 6 fail
Pass 22 Oct 2025 38,665 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Indicator switch insecure (4.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Nov 2024 38,084 miles

Nearside Indicator switch insecure (4.4.2 (a) (i))

Fail 12 Nov 2024 38,084 miles

Headlamp aim projected beam image obviously incorrect headlight beam image kicks up to the right (4.1.2 (c))

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Throttle control functioning such that safe operation of the motorcycle is adversely affected engine revs significantly increased when handlebars turned to offside (6.2.7 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Indicator switch insecure (4.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Jul 2023 37,781 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2022 37,530 miles
Fail 8 Jul 2022 37,520 miles

Central Front Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Central Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 4 Aug 2021 37,488 miles

Rear Suspension component has wear or play, but not to excess swinging arm (5.3.3 (d))

Pass 16 Jun 2020 37,148 miles

headlamp converter fitted

reduced damping effort to front shock absorbers

Pass 11 Nov 2014 33,655 miles
Fail 11 Nov 2014 33,651 miles

Registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Pass 11 Oct 2013 30,513 miles

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Fail 9 Oct 2013 30,512 miles

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

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Fail 24 Jun 2010 30,497 miles

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

Offside Throttle has a significant change in engine speed whilst moving the steering from lock to lock (2.1.4)

Pass 24 Jun 2010 30,497 miles

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

Pass 17 Aug 2006 29,850 miles

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

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

Fail 17 Aug 2006 29,850 miles

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

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Rear 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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G73 LNY is a 1989 Suzuki GS450 in White with a 448cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 G73 LNY, 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.

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What year was G73 LNY registered?

G73 LNY is a 1989 Suzuki GS450, first registered on 31 December 1989.

Is G73 LNY safe to buy?

The MOT history for G73 LNY shows 16 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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