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OCT 282Y

1983 Suzuki GS650

Silver Petrol 673cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Apr 2024
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

49,464 mi
Last recorded49,464 miles
Recorded on27 Apr 2023
Typical for 1983 Suzuki GS65036,915 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOCT 282Y
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS650
Year1983
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine673cc
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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Apr 2023 49,464 miles

Brake pedal has slight side movement indicating a worn pedal bearing or pivot (1.1.1 (b))

Offside Lower Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 7 Jan 2022 49,276 miles

Offside Lower Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Frame Tube (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 12 Oct 2020 48,837 miles

Offside Lower Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Frame Tube (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 5 Oct 2020 48,830 miles

Exhaust silencer insecure (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Rear Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Lower Engine mounting/bracket missing (6.1.8 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Lower Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Frame Tube (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 16 Apr 2019 48,793 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Lower Engine Mounting Bolt missing

Offside Lower Engine Mounting Bolt missing

Offside Lower Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Frame Tube (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 6 Apr 2019 48,779 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Front Brake master cylinder leaking (1.1.10 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Locking pin missing from rear brake caliper torque arm

Nearside Lower Engine Mounting Bolt missing

Offside Lower Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Frame Tube (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

How Reliable is the Suzuki GS650?

Based on 2,448 MOT tests across 425 vehicles.

83.6%
Pass Rate
323
Miles/Year
45
Year Lifespan
425
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 30
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 24
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 21
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 21
reflector on motorcycle missing 9
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OCT 282Y is a 1983 Suzuki GS650 in Silver with a 673cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1983 Suzuki GS650 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.4% with a typical mileage of 36,915 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 GS650 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 30 recorded failures. If you're considering buying OCT 282Y, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki GS650 typically stays on UK roads for around 45 years. At 43 years old, this Suzuki GS650 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was OCT 282Y registered?

OCT 282Y is a 1983 Suzuki GS650, first registered on 7 April 1983.

Is OCT 282Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for OCT 282Y shows 6 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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