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B224 HRM

1985 Suzuki GS550

Black Petrol 549cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Aug 2025
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

15,173 mi
Last recorded15,173 miles
Recorded on12 Aug 2024
Typical for 1985 Suzuki GS55032,714 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB224 HRM
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS550
Year1985
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine549cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Aug 2024 15,173 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2023 14,938 miles
Pass 24 May 2013 14,913 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2012 14,614 miles
Fail 17 Feb 2012 14,614 miles

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 2 Sep 2010 14,411 miles

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

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

Pass 23 Sep 2009 14,167 miles

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

Fail 4 Sep 2008 13,779 miles

Front Brake disc(s) friction surface contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

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

Pass 4 Sep 2008 13,779 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2007 13,161 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 14 Jul 2006 12,653 miles

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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B224 HRM is a 1985 Suzuki GS550 in Black with a 549cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 1985 Suzuki GS550 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.5% with a typical mileage of 32,714 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 B224 HRM, 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 41 years old, this Suzuki GS550 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was B224 HRM registered?

B224 HRM is a 1985 Suzuki GS550, first registered on 1 January 1985.

Is B224 HRM safe to buy?

The MOT history for B224 HRM shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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