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C447 PPB

1985 Suzuki GSX550

White Petrol 572cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Sep 2011
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

34,916 mi
Last recorded34,916 miles
Recorded on14 Sep 2010
Typical for 1985 Suzuki GSX55033,587 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC447 PPB
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSX550
Year1985
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine572cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 Sep 2010 34,916 miles
Fail 18 Aug 2010 34,912 miles

Centre Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

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

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

Nearside Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 16 Sep 2009 29,115 miles

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

Pass 19 Sep 2008 28,941 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2007 28,035 miles
Fail 14 Sep 2007 28,025 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Rear Brake locking device missing (3.2.A1e)

Pass 8 Sep 2006 27,545 miles
Fail 8 Sep 2006 27,545 miles

Front Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Pass 8 Sep 2006 27,545 miles

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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C447 PPB is a 1985 Suzuki GSX550 in White with a 572cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 C447 PPB, 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 C447 PPB registered?

C447 PPB is a 1985 Suzuki GSX550, first registered on 5 August 1985.

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The MOT history for C447 PPB shows 9 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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