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AWP 543W

1980 Suzuki GS550

Orange Petrol 549cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Sep 2021
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

29,550 mi
Last recorded29,550 miles
Recorded on15 Sep 2020
Typical for 1980 Suzuki GS55030,281 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAWP 543W
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS550
Year1980
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine549cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Sep 2020 29,550 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2020 29,550 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 23 May 2017 29,519 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Rear suspension bush has slight free play Swingarm (2.4.A2a(i))

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Fail 17 May 2017 29,518 miles

Nearside Rear Footrest missing (6.2.1a)

Offside Rear Footrest missing (6.2.1a)

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Rear suspension bush has slight free play Swingarm (2.4.A2a(i))

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 7 May 2016 29,218 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2015 28,985 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2011 28,980 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2008 28,884 miles
Fail 30 Jul 2008 28,868 miles

Direction indicators flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.5.1c)

Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

How Reliable is the Suzuki GS550?

Based on 5,750 MOT tests across 1,189 vehicles.

81.3%
Pass Rate
276
Miles/Year
49
Year Lifespan
1,189
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 95
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 88
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 75
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 44
Horn not working 42
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AWP 543W is a 1980 Suzuki GS550 in Orange with a 549cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1980 Suzuki GS550 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.4% with a typical mileage of 30,281 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 GS550 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 95 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AWP 543W, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki GS550 typically stays on UK roads for around 49 years. At 46 years old, this Suzuki GS550 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AWP 543W registered?

AWP 543W is a 1980 Suzuki GS550, first registered on 23 October 1980.

Is AWP 543W safe to buy?

The MOT history for AWP 543W 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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