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C181 LNV

1985 Suzuki GSX550

Black Petrol 572cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Apr 2012
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

18,096 mi
Last recorded18,096 miles
Recorded on11 Apr 2011
Typical for 1985 Suzuki GSX55033,587 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC181 LNV
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSX550
Year1985
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine572cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Apr 2011 18,096 miles

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Rear Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive (2.4.B.4)

front stopswitch not working,only 1 needed for this year bike

nearside riders footrest rubber missing,footrest still ok

offside of rear tyre has slight contact mark from light rubbing against another component

Pass 5 Apr 2010 17,870 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive (2.4.B.4)

front stoplight switch not working (only 1 needed on this year machine)

nearside riders footrest rubber missing but footrest still ok

Fail 1 Apr 2010 17,867 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Rear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive (2.4.B.4)

front stoplight switch not working (only 1 needed on this year machine)

nearside riders footrest rubber missing but footrest still ok

Pass 17 Mar 2006 17,336 miles

Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

left hand foot rest rubber missing

number plate broken almost to excess

right hand fork seal leaking onto disc but not to excess

Fail 16 Mar 2006 17,335 miles

Brake fluid reservoir leaking hydraulic fluid (3.2.B1e)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

left hand foot rest rubber missing

number plate broken almost to excess

right hand fork seal leaking onto disc but not to excess

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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C181 LNV is a 1985 Suzuki GSX550 in Black with a 572cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 C181 LNV, 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 C181 LNV registered?

C181 LNV is a 1985 Suzuki GSX550, first registered on 9 August 1985.

Is C181 LNV safe to buy?

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