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LMD 847W

1981 Suzuki GS1000E

Blue Petrol 997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jul 2016
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

19,154 mi
Last recorded19,154 miles
Recorded on11 Jul 2015
Typical for 1981 Suzuki GS1000E35,905 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLMD 847W
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS1000E
Year1981
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine997cc
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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Jul 2015 19,154 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2014 19,061 miles
Fail 11 Jun 2014 19,061 miles

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Fail 19 Jun 2013 19,020 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 19 Jun 2013 19,020 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2012 18,267 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 18 Jun 2012 18,267 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2011 17,753 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2010 17,124 miles

How Reliable is the Suzuki GS1000E?

Based on 2,962 MOT tests across 592 vehicles.

86.1%
Pass Rate
364
Miles/Year
48
Year Lifespan
592
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 34
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 22
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 20
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 19
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 16
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LMD 847W is a 1981 Suzuki GS1000E in Blue with a 997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1981 Suzuki GS1000E models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.8% with a typical mileage of 35,905 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 GS1000E fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 34 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LMD 847W, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki GS1000E typically stays on UK roads for around 48 years. At 45 years old, this Suzuki GS1000E is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was LMD 847W registered?

LMD 847W is a 1981 Suzuki GS1000E, first registered on 24 March 1981.

Is LMD 847W safe to buy?

The MOT history for LMD 847W shows 9 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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