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KLC 485V

1979 Suzuki GS850

Green Petrol 849cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 May 2019
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

48,778 mi
Last recorded48,778 miles
Recorded on31 May 2018
Typical for 1979 Suzuki GS85038,617 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKLC 485V
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS850
Year1979
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine849cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 31 May 2018 48,778 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2016 48,747 miles

Nearside control switch works intermittently. Okay on test

Offside Footpeg rubber missing

Fail 21 May 2015 48,564 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

front footrest rubber missing,offside.

main stand lowering arm cracked.

Pass 21 May 2015 48,564 miles

front footrest rubber missing,offside.

main stand lowering arm cracked.

Fail 1 May 2015 48,561 miles

Front Direction indicator flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.5.1c)

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

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

Headlamp aim headlamp deteriorated and function impaired (1.2.3a)

Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.7.3a)

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

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

Rear Roller brake test indicates brake effort rise disproportional to brake lever or pedal effort (3.3.A1c) DANGEROUS

Rear Tyre has ply or cord exposed (4.1.2a(iii) DANGEROUS

f/footrest rubber missing(offside)

main stand lowering arm cracked,

Pass 29 Nov 2010 46,675 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2009 44,834 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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KLC 485V is a 1979 Suzuki GS850 in Green with a 849cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 1979 Suzuki GS850 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.9% with a typical mileage of 38,617 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 KLC 485V, 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 47 years old, this Suzuki GS850 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was KLC 485V registered?

KLC 485V is a 1979 Suzuki GS850, first registered on 17 October 1979.

Is KLC 485V safe to buy?

The MOT history for KLC 485V shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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