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LWA 459W

1981 Suzuki GS850

Red Petrol 843cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 May 2008
Tests4 (2 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

46,034 mi
Last recorded46,034 miles
Recorded on14 May 2007
Typical for 1981 Suzuki GS85036,638 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLWA 459W
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS850
Year1981
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine843cc
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MOT History

2 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 May 2007 46,034 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Fail 4 May 2007 45,978 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 18 May 2006 42,664 miles
Fail 16 May 2006 24,794 miles

Front Floor brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.C2c)

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

panniers insecure

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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LWA 459W is a 1981 Suzuki GS850 in Red 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 LWA 459W, 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

How do I check the history of LWA 459W?

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What year was LWA 459W registered?

LWA 459W is a 1981 Suzuki GS850, first registered on 22 May 1981.

Is LWA 459W safe to buy?

The MOT history for LWA 459W shows 4 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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