1989 Suzuki Ls650 MOT Pass Rate
Pass rate for Ls650 models manufactured in 1989, based on 56 real MOT test results.
Data from official DVSA MOT testing records
1989 Suzuki Ls650 MOT Analysis
The 1989 Suzuki Ls650 has an MOT pass rate of 76.8% based on 56 tests — well above the UK average for UK vehicles. Cars of this vintage present for MOT with an average of 16,465 miles on the odometer. With a 23.2% failure rate, the 1989 Ls650 is rated as "Excellent" for MOT reliability.
The leading cause of MOT failure for the 1989 Suzuki Ls650 is Identification of the vehicle, responsible for 3.6% of failures. Identification failures relate to the Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) and registration plate. The VIN must be permanently displayed and legible, and the registration plate must meet British Standard formatting. Typical repair costs range from £10–50. Motorcycle lamps and reflectors is the second most common issue at 3.6%.
Top failures specific to 1989 models only. The overall Ls650 page may show different rankings.
What Fails Most
What Fails on This Car?
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| Rank | Failure Category | Rate (%) | Count |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Identification Of The Vehicle | 3.6% | 2 |
| 2 | Motorcycle Lamps And Reflectors | 3.6% | 2 |
Failures per 10,000 Miles
avg. 16,465 miFor every 10,000 miles driven, this shows what percentage of MOT tests fail for each category. This accounts for how far cars are actually driven, not just raw pass/fail counts.
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| Category | Rate / 10K mi | Raw % | Count |
|---|---|---|---|
| Identification of the vehicle | 2.17 | 3.6% | 2 |
| Motorcycle lamps and reflectors | 2.17 | 3.6% | 2 |
Mileage Statistics
Mileage-adjusted failure rate — accounts for how much this model year is typically driven.
About This Data
The 1989 Suzuki Ls650 has an MOT pass rate of 76.8% based on 56 tests — well above the UK average for UK vehicles. Cars of this vintage present for MOT with an average of 16,465 miles on the odometer. With a 23.2% failure rate, the 1989 Ls650 is rated as "Excellent" for MOT reliability.
If you own or are considering buying a 1989 Suzuki Ls650, you can expect reliable MOT performance overall. Before your MOT, pay particular attention to identification of the vehicle: Ensure the VIN plate is visible and legible (usually in the windscreen or under the bonnet). Check that number plates are clean, undamaged, and use the correct font and spacing. With relatively low average mileage of 16,465 miles, many of these vehicles are still in good mechanical condition.
Identification of the vehicle — 3.6% of failures
Identification of the vehicle issues account for 3.6% of MOT failures on 1989 Suzuki Ls650 models. Identification failures relate to the Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) and registration plate. The VIN must be permanently displayed and legible, and the registration plate must meet British Standard formatting. Typical repair costs: £10–50. Pre-MOT check: Ensure the VIN plate is visible and legible (usually in the windscreen or under the bonnet). Check that number plates are clean, undamaged, and use the correct font and spacing.
Motorcycle lamps and reflectors — 3.6% of failures
Motorcycle lamps and reflectors issues account for 3.6% of MOT failures on 1989 Suzuki Ls650 models. Lighting failures cover all external lights: headlights, tail lights, brake lights, indicators, fog lights, and reflectors. A single blown bulb will cause an MOT fail. This is one of the most preventable failure categories. Typical repair costs: £5–50. Pre-MOT check: Walk around the car and check every light — headlights (dipped and main beam), side lights, tail lights, brake lights, indicators, hazard lights, reverse light, rear fog light, and number plate lights. Replace any blown bulbs before the test.
Based on DVSA anonymised MOT test data (2005–2024). Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0.