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RTT 385W

1981 Suzuki GS850

Bronze Petrol 843cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jun 2019
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

536 mi
Last recorded536 miles
Recorded on20 Jun 2018
Typical for 1981 Suzuki GS85036,638 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRTT 385W
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS850
Year1981
ColourBronze
Fuel typePetrol
Engine843cc
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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Jun 2018 536 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2018 536 miles

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Pass 22 Sep 2016 306 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2015 8,019 miles
Fail 1 Oct 2015 8,019 miles

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 5 Jul 2014 8,099 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 4 Oct 2012 8,009 miles
Fail 14 Sep 2012 8,009 miles

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Horn missing (1.7.1)

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

Rear position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.3b)

Stop lamp affected by the operation of another lamp (1.3.2)

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

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 14 Sep 2010 8,099 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2009 8,079 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2007 7,836 miles

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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RTT 385W is a 1981 Suzuki GS850 in Bronze with a 843cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 1981 Suzuki GS850 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.4% with a typical mileage of 36,638 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 RTT 385W, 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 45 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 RTT 385W registered?

RTT 385W is a 1981 Suzuki GS850, first registered on 31 December 1981.

Is RTT 385W safe to buy?

The MOT history for RTT 385W shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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