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NMA 414V

1979 Suzuki GS850

Blue Petrol 843cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Nov 2014
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

49,674 mi
Last recorded49,674 miles
Recorded on26 Oct 2013
Typical for 1979 Suzuki GS85038,617 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNMA 414V
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS850
Year1979
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine843cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Oct 2013 49,674 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2012 49,174 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2011 48,787 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2010 47,883 miles

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

Fail 20 Nov 2010 47,883 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

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

Pass 17 Nov 2009 47,318 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Fail 14 Nov 2009 47,318 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Position lamp switch faulty (1.1.4a)

Registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Stop lamp insecure (1.3.3b)

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

front wheel bearings cannot be checked due to binding brake

Pass 15 Nov 2008 47,006 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2007 46,831 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2006 46,476 miles
Fail 22 Sep 2006 46,476 miles

Offside Rear Brake reaction bracket insecure (3.2.A1j)

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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NMA 414V is a 1979 Suzuki GS850 in Blue with a 843cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 1979 Suzuki GS850 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.9% with a typical mileage of 38,617 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 NMA 414V, 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 47 years old, this Suzuki GS850 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was NMA 414V registered?

NMA 414V is a 1979 Suzuki GS850, first registered on 2 August 1979.

Is NMA 414V safe to buy?

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