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VYC 933W

1981 Suzuki GS850

Black Petrol 843cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Mar 2022
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

Typical for 1981 Suzuki GS85036,638 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVYC 933W
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS850
Year1981
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine843cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Mar 2021

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

No indicators lamps or switching fitted at time of test

Fail 18 Mar 2021

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

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

No indicators lamps or switching fitted at time of test

Pass 30 Apr 2020 7,588 miles

No indicators fitted at time of test

Rear brake light switch missing

Pass 29 Oct 2018 7,572 miles
Fail 23 Oct 2018 7,571 miles

Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen (4.1.2 (a))

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

Rear Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

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

Registration plate incorrect wrong colour (0.1 (c))

Pass 21 Nov 2016 7,279 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2015 5,802 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2014 4,904 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2013 4,507 miles
Pass 25 May 2012 3,715 miles
Fail 25 May 2012 3,694 miles

Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.6)

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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VYC 933W is a 1981 Suzuki GS850 in Black 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 VYC 933W, 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 VYC 933W registered?

VYC 933W is a 1981 Suzuki GS850, first registered on 27 March 1981.

Is VYC 933W safe to buy?

The MOT history for VYC 933W 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.

Does VYC 933W have outstanding finance?

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