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BOK 419T

1997 Suzuki GS550

Red Petrol 549cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jun 2018
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

28,482 mi
Last recorded28,482 miles
Recorded on8 Jun 2017
Typical for 1997 Suzuki GS55029,016 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBOK 419T
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS550
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine549cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Jun 2017 28,482 miles

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

Front brake light switch missing

Front brake reserve travel poor

Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. Both fork Stanton's (2.3.1)

Front suspension/brakes knock

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

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play Swinging arm (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 22 Jun 2015 28,037 miles

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

Front Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

left bar grip in poor condition

no front stop lamp switch fitted

Pass 30 May 2014 27,315 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

Fail 29 May 2014 27,315 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Headlamp insecure (1.2.3b)

Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.7.3a)

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

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

Pass 30 May 2013 26,713 miles

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

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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BOK 419T is a 1997 Suzuki GS550 in Red with a 549cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1997 Suzuki GS550 models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.1% with a typical mileage of 29,016 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 BOK 419T, 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 29 years old, this Suzuki GS550 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was BOK 419T registered?

BOK 419T is a 1997 Suzuki GS550, first registered on 14 May 1997.

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