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OYW 354Y

1983 Suzuki GS650

Blue Petrol 673cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Sep 2020
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

38,194 mi
Last recorded38,194 miles
Recorded on5 Sep 2019
Typical for 1983 Suzuki GS65036,915 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOYW 354Y
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS650
Year1983
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine673cc
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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Sep 2019 38,194 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2017 32,128 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 31 Oct 2015 30,986 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Fail 23 Oct 2014 30,793 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Registration plate delaminated (6.3.1.d)

Pass 23 Oct 2014 30,793 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 27 Sep 2013 30,734 miles

Brake pedal pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

front tyre has slight perishing side wall and in tread

Pass 25 Sep 2012 30,394 miles

Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

both tyres low on pressure

Pass 22 Aug 2011 29,744 miles

Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Fail 16 Aug 2011 29,744 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

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

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

Offside Front Direction indicator damaged and function impaired (1.5.3a)

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Front suspension assembly slightly misaligned (2.3.1)

Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 7 Jun 2010 28,491 miles

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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OYW 354Y is a 1983 Suzuki GS650 in Blue with a 673cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 OYW 354Y, 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 OYW 354Y registered?

OYW 354Y is a 1983 Suzuki GS650, first registered on 19 February 1983.

Is OYW 354Y safe to buy?

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