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B804 RLP

1985 Suzuki GSX550

White Petrol 550cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Oct 2026
Tests9 (5 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate55.6%

Mileage

14,076 mi
Last recorded14,076 miles
Recorded on17 Oct 2025
Typical for 1985 Suzuki GSX55033,587 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB804 RLP
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSX550
Year1985
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine550cc

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MOT History

5 pass 4 fail
Pass 17 Oct 2025 14,076 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 17 Oct 2025 14,076 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Brake caliper inadequately mounted (1.1.16 (c) (i))

Rear Wheel spindle locking device missing (5.2.1 (d))

Pass 29 Aug 2023 11,994 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Fail 26 Aug 2023 11,979 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right (4.1.2 (a))

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

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 30 Aug 2022 6,798 miles
Fail 30 Aug 2022 6,798 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 25 Jun 2021 6,194 miles
Fail 25 Jun 2021 6,194 miles

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

Pass 2 Jul 2020 5,545 miles

How Reliable is the Suzuki GSX550?

Based on 1,167 MOT tests across 269 vehicles.

79.9%
Pass Rate
263
Miles/Year
43
Year Lifespan
269
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 32
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 28
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 20
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 16
Direction indicator not working 12
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B804 RLP is a 1985 Suzuki GSX550 in White with a 550cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 55.6%.

Across all 1985 Suzuki GSX550 models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.0% with a typical mileage of 33,587 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 GSX550 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 32 recorded failures. If you're considering buying B804 RLP, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki GSX550 typically stays on UK roads for around 43 years. At 41 years old, this Suzuki GSX550 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was B804 RLP registered?

B804 RLP is a 1985 Suzuki GSX550, first registered on 31 December 1985.

Is B804 RLP safe to buy?

The MOT history for B804 RLP shows 9 tests with a 55.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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