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OAT 743V

1996 Suzuki GS450

Red Petrol 448cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 May 2009
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

40,893 mi
Last recorded40,893 miles
Recorded on14 May 2008
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOAT 743V
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS450
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine448cc
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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 May 2008 40,893 miles
Fail 10 May 2007 40,865 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

center stand corroded

Pass 10 May 2007 40,865 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

center stand corroded

Pass 5 May 2006 40,693 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2006 40,686 miles

Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

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

How Reliable is the Suzuki GS450?

Based on 1,256 MOT tests across 213 vehicles.

81.6%
Pass Rate
377
Miles/Year
46
Year Lifespan
213
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 29
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 16
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 12
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 11
Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey 9
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OAT 743V is a 1996 Suzuki GS450 in Red with a 448cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

The most common reason a Suzuki GS450 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 29 recorded failures. If you're considering buying OAT 743V, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki GS450 typically stays on UK roads for around 46 years. At 30 years old, this Suzuki GS450 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was OAT 743V registered?

OAT 743V is a 1996 Suzuki GS450, first registered on 17 January 1996.

Is OAT 743V safe to buy?

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