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LFR 267W

1981 Suzuki GS650

Black Petrol 650cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jul 2022
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

35,159 mi
Last recorded35,159 miles
Recorded on19 Jul 2021
Typical for 1981 Suzuki GS65038,956 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLFR 267W
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS650
Year1981
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine650cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Jul 2021 35,159 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2020 33,994 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2019 33,341 miles
Pass 29 May 2018 33,246 miles

Front tyre aged.

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

Slight play in steering head.

Fail 29 May 2018 33,246 miles

Front tyre aged.

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

Slight play in steering head.

Riders seat insecure (6.2.5 (a) (ii))

Pass 4 May 2017 33,023 miles

Front Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

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

Pass 12 Apr 2016 33,019 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2015 32,940 miles

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

Pass 23 Apr 2014 32,761 miles

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

Pass 5 Apr 2013 32,690 miles
Fail 27 Mar 2012 32,641 miles

Registration plate character(s) not correctly formed (6.3.4b)

Pass 27 Mar 2012 32,641 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2011 32,472 miles
Fail 11 Jan 2011 32,466 miles

Rear Brake master cylinder leaking hydraulic fluid (3.2.B1e) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake pedal has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b) DANGEROUS

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a) DANGEROUS

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

How Reliable is the Suzuki GS650?

Based on 2,448 MOT tests across 425 vehicles.

83.6%
Pass Rate
323
Miles/Year
45
Year Lifespan
425
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 30
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 24
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 21
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 21
reflector on motorcycle missing 9
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LFR 267W is a 1981 Suzuki GS650 in Black with a 650cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

Across all 1981 Suzuki GS650 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.7% with a typical mileage of 38,956 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 GS650 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 30 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LFR 267W, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki GS650 typically stays on UK roads for around 45 years. At 45 years old, this Suzuki GS650 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was LFR 267W registered?

LFR 267W is a 1981 Suzuki GS650, first registered on 31 December 1981.

Is LFR 267W safe to buy?

The MOT history for LFR 267W shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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