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GJT 363V

1980 Suzuki GS850

Red Petrol 843cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Dec 2020
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

268 mi
Last recorded268 miles
Recorded on11 Jun 2019
Typical for 1980 Suzuki GS85037,742 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGJT 363V
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS850
Year1980
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine843cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 11 Jun 2019 268 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 6 Jun 2018 183 miles

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

Fail 26 May 2018 182 miles

Front Brake indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Front Brake disc contaminated (1.1.14 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.7 (a) (i))

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

Pass 25 May 2017 46 miles

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

bike has been modified

Pass 11 Sep 2015 37,584 miles
Fail 10 Sep 2015 37,583 miles

Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Rear Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)

Pass 12 Sep 2014 37,487 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Fail 11 Sep 2014 37,486 miles

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 11 Sep 2013 37,454 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2012 37,331 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Fail 12 Apr 2012 37,328 miles

Rear Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b)

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

light switch needs cleaning front brake poor

Pass 30 Jun 2009 37,099 miles

right hand top shock bolt modified but not dangerous

Fail 30 Jun 2009 37,099 miles

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

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

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

right hand top shock bolt modified but not dangerous

Pass 20 Jun 2008 36,823 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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GJT 363V is a 1980 Suzuki GS850 in Red with a 843cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

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 GJT 363V, 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 GJT 363V registered?

GJT 363V is a 1980 Suzuki GS850, first registered on 24 January 1980.

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