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GAM 455W

1980 Suzuki GS850

Black Petrol 843cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Dec 2020
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

54,108 mi
Last recorded54,108 miles
Recorded on12 Jun 2019
Typical for 1980 Suzuki GS85037,742 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGAM 455W
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS850
Year1980
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine843cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 12 Jun 2019 54,108 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2018 53,683 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2018 53,683 miles

Throttle control functioning such that safe operation of the motorcycle is adversely affected (6.2.7 (a) (ii))

Pass 14 Jun 2017 53,127 miles

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Rear Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

front and rear tyres worn out of shape / cracking persihing

Pass 16 Jun 2016 52,590 miles

Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

front tyre worn out of shape

rear brake draging on slightly

Fail 15 Jun 2016 52,590 miles

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

front tyre worn out of shape

rear brake draging on slightly

Pass 11 Jun 2015 52,327 miles

Rear Brake pedal pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

front tyre worn slightly uneven across tread pattern

rear body work / light cover slightly loose

Fail 19 May 2015 52,327 miles

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Plate brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.B1a)

Rear Brake pedal pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

front tyre tread pattern worn uneven

rear body work / light cover slightly loose

Pass 21 May 2014 51,985 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2013 51,660 miles

front tyre worn uneven across tread pattern

rear tyre worn uneven across tread pattern and spliting in tread

Fail 16 Jul 2013 51,660 miles

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

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

front tyre worn uneven across tread pattern

rear tyre worn uneven across tread pattern and spliting in tread

Pass 15 Jun 2011 51,478 miles

rear tyre wearing slightly uneven in tread pattern

Pass 22 May 2010 50,869 miles
Pass 13 May 2009 50,521 miles

Front suspension assembly slightly misaligned (2.3.1)

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 9 May 2008 50,339 miles
Fail 6 Feb 2008 50,339 miles

All position lamps do not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Front Brake pad(s) contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

rear tyre pressure down

Pass 5 Feb 2007 50,254 miles

rear tyre wearing uneven and cracking in treads

Pass 8 Feb 2006 50,100 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
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GAM 455W is a 1980 Suzuki GS850 in Black with a 843cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

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 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 GAM 455W, 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.

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What year was GAM 455W registered?

GAM 455W is a 1980 Suzuki GS850, first registered on 26 November 1980.

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