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LBU 851V

1996 Suzuki GS1000G

Black Petrol 997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jun 2013
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

59,576 mi
Last recorded59,576 miles
Recorded on2 Jun 2012
Typical for 1996 Suzuki GS1000G41,951 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLBU 851V
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS1000G
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine997cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Jun 2012 59,576 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2011 59,439 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2010 59,085 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2009 57,340 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2008 55,471 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2007 71,667 miles

Fuel tap has slight leak

Nearside Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Fail 3 Mar 2007 71,650 miles

Brake fluid reservoir insecurely mounted (3.2.B1a)

Front Brake disc(s) friction surface contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

Front Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Front Brake pad(s) contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

Front Direction indicator insecure (1.5.3b)

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear Brake disc(s) excessively scored (3.2.A1l)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a severely juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the steering (2.5.1)

Fuel tap has slight leak

Nearside Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Pass 23 Dec 2005 69,235 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Headlamp deteriorated but function not impaired (1.2.3a)

front suspension soft

How Reliable is the Suzuki GS1000G?

Based on 1,108 MOT tests across 202 vehicles.

86.0%
Pass Rate
305
Miles/Year
46
Year Lifespan
202
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 12
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 12
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 10
Floor brake test indicates a binding brake 9
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 7
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LBU 851V is a 1996 Suzuki GS1000G in Black with a 997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 1996 Suzuki GS1000G models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.8% with a typical mileage of 41,951 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Suzuki GS1000G fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 12 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LBU 851V, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki GS1000G typically stays on UK roads for around 46 years. At 30 years old, this Suzuki GS1000G is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was LBU 851V registered?

LBU 851V is a 1996 Suzuki GS1000G, first registered on 1 August 1996.

Is LBU 851V safe to buy?

The MOT history for LBU 851V shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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