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C749 EBH

1985 Suzuki GS550

Blue Petrol 549cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Oct 2024
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

38,509 mi
Last recorded38,509 miles
Recorded on9 Oct 2023
Typical for 1985 Suzuki GS55032,714 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC749 EBH
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS550
Year1985
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine549cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Oct 2023 38,509 miles
Pass 24 May 2019 38,471 miles
Fail 15 May 2019 38,437 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak oil contaminated disc brake pads (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 13 Jul 2018 38,352 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2017 37,994 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2015 37,391 miles

Drive chain touches mainstand.

Exhaust mounting deteriorated. Rear mount loose. (7.1.1.c)

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Front Brake fluid reservoir slightly damaged (3.2.B1b)

Fuel cap seal starting to perish.

Fail 5 Aug 2015 37,391 miles

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

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Rear position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.3b)

Stop lamp affected by the operation of another lamp (1.3.2)

Drive chain touches mainstand.

Exhaust mounting deteriorated. Rear mount loose. (7.1.1.c)

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Front Brake fluid reservoir slightly damaged (3.2.B1b)

Fuel cap seal starting to perish.

Pass 26 Jul 2014 35,583 miles

Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

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

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

Pass 1 Aug 2013 33,013 miles
Fail 5 Jul 2013 32,967 miles

Front Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

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

Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.2a(i))

front tyre perished

ft mudguard missing

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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C749 EBH is a 1985 Suzuki GS550 in Blue with a 549cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

Across all 1985 Suzuki GS550 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.5% with a typical mileage of 32,714 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 C749 EBH, 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 41 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 C749 EBH registered?

C749 EBH is a 1985 Suzuki GS550, first registered on 1 August 1985.

Is C749 EBH safe to buy?

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