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Q854UHB

1989 Suzuki GS650

Black Petrol 650cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 May 2026
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationQ854UHB
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS650
Year1989
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine650cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 May 2025

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 14 May 2024
Pass 27 Jan 2023

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Headlight acts as position light due to single switching

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Slight scoring on disc friction face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 27 Jan 2023

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Headlamp aim projected beam image obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Headlight acts as position light due to single switching

Nearside Rear Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Slight scoring on disc friction face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake fluid reservoir fluid level significantly below minimum level (1.1.10 (d) (ii))

Throttle control functioning such that safe operation of the motorcycle is adversely affected Cable tied on top yoke to restrict movement (6.2.7 (a) (ii))

Pass 25 Mar 2022

Exhaust noisy Exhaust is slightly noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 7 Mar 2019

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 28 Feb 2019

Brake pedal has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Forks modification unsafe (2.2.2 (e))

Front Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))

Rear Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25% (1.2.2 (a) (i))

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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Q854UHB is a 1989 Suzuki GS650 in Black with a 650cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 Q854UHB, 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 37 years old, this Suzuki GS650 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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Q854UHB is a 1989 Suzuki GS650, first registered on 24 May 1989.

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