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BUH 974V

1979 Suzuki GS550

Black Petrol 550cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Feb 2020
Tests6 (3 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

54,178 mi
Last recorded54,178 miles
Recorded on2 Feb 2019
Typical for 1979 Suzuki GS55029,770 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBUH 974V
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS550
Year1979
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine550cc

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MOT History

3 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Feb 2019 54,178 miles

stand impeads chain

tyres perished

Drive chain slightly tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Exhaust silencer slightly loose (8.1.1 (b) (i))

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

Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

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

Rear reflector obviously incorrectly positioned (4.8.2 (a) (i))

Suspension arm ball joint worn, but not excessively swingarm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

oil cooler corroded

Fail 21 Jan 2019 54,108 miles

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

Nearside Steering linkage locking device ineffective (2.1.3 (d))

Offside Steering linkage locking device ineffective (2.1.3 (d))

Front Brake master cylinder leaking (1.1.10 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Drive chain slightly tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Exhaust silencer slightly loose (8.1.1 (b) (i))

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

Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

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

Rear reflector obviously incorrectly positioned (4.8.2 (a) (i))

Suspension arm ball joint worn, but not excessively swingarm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

oil cooler corroded

stand impeads chain

tyres perished

Pass 28 Jul 2017 51,507 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

both tyres perished

front mudguard mount snapped off of front fork

Fail 3 Jul 2017 51,298 miles

Front suspension has inadequate damping effect. (2.3.6c)

Steering lock stop ineffective (2.1.3)

Tyre fouling another component (4.1.4)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

both tyres perished

front mudguard mount snapped off of front fork

Fail 26 Jul 2013 1,796 miles

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

Pass 26 Jul 2013 1,796 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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BUH 974V is a 1979 Suzuki GS550 in Black with a 550cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1979 Suzuki GS550 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.2% with a typical mileage of 29,770 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 BUH 974V, 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 47 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 BUH 974V registered?

BUH 974V is a 1979 Suzuki GS550, first registered on 9 August 1979.

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