MOT Status
ValidMileage
47,448 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Fuel system component insecure (7.2.1b)
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))
Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)
Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)
Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)
Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d)
Front Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)
Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.2.B3b)
Rear Brake linkage clevis joint excessively worn (3.2.A1d)
Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)
Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)
Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.2.B2a)
Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)
Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.7.3a)
Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)
Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)
Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.2.B2a)
How Reliable is the Suzuki GS550?
Based on 5,750 MOT tests across 1,189 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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BWF 286T is a 1979 Suzuki GS550 in Black with a 549cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 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 BWF 286T, 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.
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What year was BWF 286T registered?
BWF 286T is a 1979 Suzuki GS550, first registered on 15 May 1979.
Is BWF 286T safe to buy?
The MOT history for BWF 286T shows 8 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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