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JTT 490V

1980 Suzuki GS1000E

Red Petrol 997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jul 2022
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

45,859 mi
Last recorded45,859 miles
Recorded on20 Jul 2021
Typical for 1980 Suzuki GS1000E37,745 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJTT 490V
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS1000E
Year1980
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine997cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 Jul 2021 45,859 miles

Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules master cylinder (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules at splitter (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Oil leak from engine

Rear tyre has slight sidewall cracking

Fail 6 Jul 2021 45,859 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) contaminated (1.1.13 (b))

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

Offside Direction indicator not working front and rear (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules master cylinder (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules at splitter (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Oil leak from engine

Rear tyre has slight sidewall cracking

Pass 20 Sep 2019 45,827 miles

Front brake hose banjo corroded at master cylinder

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

Fail 9 Sep 2019 45,823 miles

Front Brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))

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

Rear Brake master cylinder leaking (1.1.10 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Front brake hose banjo corroded at master cylinder

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

Pass 30 Oct 2012 45,822 miles

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Pass 29 Jul 2011 45,643 miles

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Fail 25 Jul 2011 45,642 miles

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

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Pass 20 Aug 2010 45,606 miles

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

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

Pass 29 Jul 2009 45,519 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2009 45,505 miles

Front Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii))

Pass 17 Jun 2008 45,436 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

How Reliable is the Suzuki GS1000E?

Based on 2,962 MOT tests across 592 vehicles.

86.1%
Pass Rate
364
Miles/Year
48
Year Lifespan
592
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 34
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 22
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 20
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 19
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 16
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JTT 490V is a 1980 Suzuki GS1000E in Red with a 997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

Across all 1980 Suzuki GS1000E models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.1% with a typical mileage of 37,745 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 GS1000E fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 34 recorded failures. If you're considering buying JTT 490V, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki GS1000E typically stays on UK roads for around 48 years. At 46 years old, this Suzuki GS1000E is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was JTT 490V registered?

JTT 490V is a 1980 Suzuki GS1000E, first registered on 1 August 1980.

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