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KTA 945V

1998 Suzuki GS850

Green Petrol 843cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Aug 2021
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

3,311 mi
Last recorded3,311 miles
Recorded on10 Aug 2020
Typical for 1998 Suzuki GS85029,150 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKTA 945V
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS850
Year1998
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine843cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 10 Aug 2020 3,311 miles

Central Rear Upper Pillion section of seat has slight tear in upholstery but not affecting integrity of component.

Handlebar slightly corroded Handlebars have surface corrosion in chrome finish. (2.2.1 (c) (ii))

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

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

Nearside Rear Road spring corroded Shock absorber spring has surface corrosion. (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Offside Rear Road spring corroded Shock absorber spring has surface corrosion. (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Fail 1 Aug 2020 3,273 miles

Front Headlamp light intensity severely reduced Low beam pattern not distinguishable due to low light intensity. (4.1.4 (a))

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Handlebar grip insecure to handlebar (2.2.1 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Central Rear Upper Pillion section of seat has slight tear in upholstery but not affecting integrity of component.

Handlebar slightly corroded Handlebars have surface corrosion in chrome finish. (2.2.1 (c) (ii))

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

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

Nearside Rear Road spring corroded Shock absorber spring has surface corrosion. (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Offside Rear Road spring corroded Shock absorber spring has surface corrosion. (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 29 Sep 2018 3,047 miles

Central Upper Fuel tap seal has slight perishing not affecting integrity of seal

Nearside Road spring corroded Slight surface corrosion (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Road spring corroded Slight surface corrosion (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 23 Aug 2013 2,785 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2012 2,044 miles
Fail 21 Aug 2012 2,044 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 27 May 2011 1,815 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2010 4 miles

Brake test shows rear brake slightly binding

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Fail 2 Feb 2010 4 miles

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

Brake test shows rear brake slightly binding

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 3 Oct 2008 36,994 miles
Fail 12 Sep 2008 36,990 miles

Brake component leaking fluid (3.2.B4)

Direction indicators flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

Fuel cap sealing washer deteriorated (7.2.2c)

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

Brake component is slightly distorted (3.1.5)

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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KTA 945V is a 1998 Suzuki GS850 in Green with a 843cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

Across all 1998 Suzuki GS850 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.8% with a typical mileage of 29,150 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 KTA 945V, 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 28 years old, this Suzuki GS850 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was KTA 945V registered?

KTA 945V is a 1998 Suzuki GS850, first registered on 1 February 1998.

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