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BOT 176V

1995 Suzuki GS550

Black Petrol 550cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jul 2021
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

15,855 mi
Last recorded15,855 miles
Recorded on31 Jul 2020
Typical for 1995 Suzuki GS55029,210 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBOT 176V
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS550
Year1995
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine550cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 31 Jul 2020 15,855 miles
Fail 31 Jul 2020 15,855 miles

Rear Brake pedal has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Pass 3 Feb 2018 15,804 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Fail 24 Jan 2018 15,799 miles

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

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

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 14 Feb 2017 15,685 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2013 15,668 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Fail 29 Aug 2013 15,668 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 30 Mar 2012 15,347 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2010 15,336 miles
Pass 1 May 2009 140,739 miles

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

Pass 17 May 2008 14,261 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2007 12,398 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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BOT 176V is a 1995 Suzuki GS550 in Black with a 550cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1995 Suzuki GS550 models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.1% with a typical mileage of 29,210 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 BOT 176V, 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 31 years old, this Suzuki GS550 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was BOT 176V registered?

BOT 176V is a 1995 Suzuki GS550, first registered on 10 July 1995.

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