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RFC 351W

1981 Suzuki GS450

Black Petrol 448cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Sep 2016
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

2 mi
Last recorded2 miles
Recorded on12 Sep 2015
Typical for 1981 Suzuki GS45026,551 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRFC 351W
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS450
Year1981
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine448cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Sep 2015 2 miles

Front No front mudguard fitted

Rear No rear mudguard fitted

Pass 27 Aug 2013 30,334 miles

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Fail 27 Aug 2013 30,334 miles

Front Tyre is incorrectly seated on the wheel rim (4.1.2b)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Locking device(s) not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h)

Rear reflector on motorcycle incorrectly positioned (1.4.2d)

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 10 Jul 2012 28,984 miles

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Fail 10 Jul 2012 28,984 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

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

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 15 Jul 2011 26,291 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2010 25,827 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2008 25,326 miles

Brake %'s low due to plastic gripless tyres fitted.

Fail 11 Sep 2008 25,326 miles

Rear Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d)

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a severely grabbing brake (3.3.A1b) DANGEROUS

Rear Roller brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.A1a) DANGEROUS

Brake %'s low due to plastic gripless tyres fitted.

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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RFC 351W is a 1981 Suzuki GS450 in Black with a 448cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1981 Suzuki GS450 models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.2% with a typical mileage of 26,551 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 GS450 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 29 recorded failures. If you're considering buying RFC 351W, 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 45 years old, this Suzuki GS450 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was RFC 351W registered?

RFC 351W is a 1981 Suzuki GS450, first registered on 31 December 1981.

Is RFC 351W safe to buy?

The MOT history for RFC 351W shows 9 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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