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GFB 322W

1981 Suzuki GS450

Red Petrol 448cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jul 2021
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

30,490 mi
Last recorded30,490 miles
Recorded on23 Jul 2020
Typical for 1981 Suzuki GS45026,551 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGFB 322W
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS450
Year1981
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine448cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Jul 2020 30,490 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 29 Nov 2018 30,441 miles
Fail 26 Nov 2018 30,441 miles

Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))

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

Pass 1 Dec 2017 30,396 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2016 30,292 miles
Fail 30 Nov 2016 30,292 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

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

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Pass 23 Oct 2014 29,055 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2013 28,471 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

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

Pass 8 Nov 2012 27,898 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2011 27,543 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

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

Fail 22 Oct 2011 27,537 miles

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

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

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

Pass 15 Jul 2006 27,308 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

Pass 15 Jul 2005 27,074 miles

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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GFB 322W is a 1981 Suzuki GS450 in Red with a 448cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

Across all 1981 Suzuki GS450 models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.2% with a typical mileage of 26,551 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 GFB 322W, 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 45 years old, this Suzuki GS450 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was GFB 322W registered?

GFB 322W is a 1981 Suzuki GS450, first registered on 31 December 1981.

Is GFB 322W safe to buy?

The MOT history for GFB 322W shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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