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C500 NNP

1985 Suzuki GSX550

Blue Petrol 572cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jul 2024
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

47,309 mi
Last recorded47,309 miles
Recorded on3 Jul 2023
Typical for 1985 Suzuki GSX55033,587 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC500 NNP
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSX550
Year1985
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine572cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Jul 2023 47,309 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2022 47,001 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2020 46,633 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2018 46,500 miles
Fail 11 Sep 2018 46,487 miles

Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen no pattern (4.1.2 (a))

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))

chain tight

rear valve defective and tyre flat

Pass 20 Feb 2017 46,373 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Fail 20 Feb 2017 46,373 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Throttle has a significant change in engine speed whilst moving the steering from lock to lock (2.1.4)

Pass 15 Feb 2016 45,985 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Fail 27 Jan 2015 45,205 miles

Centre Front Roller brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.A1a)

Pass 27 Jan 2015 45,205 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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C500 NNP is a 1985 Suzuki GSX550 in Blue with a 572cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 C500 NNP, 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 C500 NNP registered?

C500 NNP is a 1985 Suzuki GSX550, first registered on 1 August 1985.

Is C500 NNP safe to buy?

The MOT history for C500 NNP shows 10 tests with a 70% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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