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OFR 152T

1979 Suzuki GS850

Yellow Petrol 843cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Apr 2011
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

3,966 mi
Last recorded3,966 miles
Recorded on21 Apr 2010
Typical for 1979 Suzuki GS85038,617 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOFR 152T
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS850
Year1979
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine843cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Apr 2010 3,966 miles
Fail 6 Oct 2009 3,945 miles

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Front Brake disc(s) friction surface contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k) DANGEROUS

Front Brake pad(s) contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k) DANGEROUS

Handlebar mounting clamp bolt loose (2.1.1a)

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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OFR 152T is a 1979 Suzuki GS850 in Yellow with a 843cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 OFR 152T, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was OFR 152T registered?

OFR 152T is a 1979 Suzuki GS850, first registered on 14 March 1979.

Is OFR 152T safe to buy?

The MOT history for OFR 152T shows 2 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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