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CAE 104S

1978 Suzuki GS550

Blue Petrol 549cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Aug 2019
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

34,359 mi
Last recorded34,359 miles
Recorded on13 Aug 2018
Typical for 1978 Suzuki GS55029,213 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Suzuki
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCAE 104S
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS550
Year1978
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine549cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Aug 2018 34,359 miles
Pass 13 May 2016 34,352 miles

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 11 Dec 2014 33,903 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2014 33,897 miles

Dampness around front brake lever

No main beam warning light

Fail 14 Feb 2014 33,897 miles

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b)

Dampness around front brake lever

No main beam warning light

Pass 18 Jan 2013 33,885 miles

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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CAE 104S is a 1978 Suzuki GS550 in Blue with a 549cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1978 Suzuki GS550 models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.2% with a typical mileage of 29,213 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 CAE 104S, 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 48 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 CAE 104S registered?

CAE 104S is a 1978 Suzuki GS550, first registered on 22 March 1978.

Is CAE 104S safe to buy?

The MOT history for CAE 104S shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does CAE 104S have outstanding finance?

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