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ULA 779W

1981 Suzuki GS850

Red Petrol 843cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Aug 2014
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

51,458 mi
Last recorded51,458 miles
Recorded on7 Aug 2013
Typical for 1981 Suzuki GS85036,638 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationULA 779W
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS850
Year1981
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine843cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Aug 2013 51,458 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2012 51,437 miles

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 4 Jul 2011 51,228 miles
Fail 4 Jul 2011 51,228 miles

Front Stop lamp damaged and function impaired (1.3.3a)

Pass 19 Jun 2010 51,036 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 11 Jul 2009 50,904 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2008 50,639 miles

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Nearside Rear Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Offside Rear Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 30 Jun 2007 50,558 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2006 50,324 miles

Nearside Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Offside Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

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

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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ULA 779W is a 1981 Suzuki GS850 in Red with a 843cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 ULA 779W, 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 ULA 779W registered?

ULA 779W is a 1981 Suzuki GS850, first registered on 31 December 1981.

Is ULA 779W safe to buy?

The MOT history for ULA 779W shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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