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MDC 600W

1981 Suzuki GS850

Black Petrol 843cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jul 2022
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

788 mi
Last recorded788 miles
Recorded on6 Jul 2021
Typical for 1981 Suzuki GS85036,638 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMDC 600W
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS850
Year1981
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine843cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Jul 2021 788 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Indicator tell-tale missing (4.9.1 (a) (i))

front tyre has slight cracks

Fail 5 Jul 2021 788 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Indicator tell-tale missing (4.9.1 (a) (i))

front tyre has slight cracks

Pass 24 Jul 2014 496 miles

Nearside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (9.2.7b)

Offside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (9.2.7b)

Pass 26 Jul 2013 2 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Rear Brake pivot worn but not seriously weakened (3.5.1e)

o/s/r clevis pin

Pass 29 May 2010 3,288 miles
Fail 29 May 2010 3,288 miles

All position lamps adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Direction indicators not in good working order (function impaired) (1.5.A1b)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Stop lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.1f)

Pass 28 Mar 2009 2,888 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2008 45,812 miles
Fail 15 Mar 2008 45,808 miles

Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Offside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Pass 14 Mar 2007 45,734 miles

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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MDC 600W is a 1981 Suzuki GS850 in Black with a 843cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 MDC 600W, 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

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What year was MDC 600W registered?

MDC 600W is a 1981 Suzuki GS850, first registered on 26 March 1981.

Is MDC 600W safe to buy?

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