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KRX 248W

1981 Suzuki GS850

Black Petrol 843cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jun 2022
Tests4 (2 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

2,847 mi
Last recorded2,847 miles
Recorded on19 Jun 2021
Typical for 1981 Suzuki GS85036,638 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKRX 248W
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS850
Year1981
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine843cc
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MOT History

2 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Jun 2021 2,847 miles
Fail 17 Jun 2021 2,847 miles

Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Footrest insecure (6.2.12 (a))

Rear Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Registration plate insecure (0.1 (a))

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

Front Headlamp aim too low ADJUSTED DURING TEST (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Footrest slightly loose (6.2.12 (a))

Pass 9 May 2015 37,394 miles

Front Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Front Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

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

Rear Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Fail 2 May 2015 37,391 miles

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

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Front Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Front Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

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

Rear Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

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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KRX 248W is a 1981 Suzuki GS850 in Black with a 843cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1981 Suzuki GS850 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.4% with a typical mileage of 36,638 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 KRX 248W, 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 45 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 KRX 248W registered?

KRX 248W is a 1981 Suzuki GS850, first registered on 31 March 1981.

Is KRX 248W safe to buy?

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