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CAV 982Y

1983 Suzuki GS550

Blue Petrol 749cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Aug 2018
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

Typical for 1983 Suzuki GS55028,521 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCAV 982Y
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS550
Year1983
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine749cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Aug 2017

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged perished (4.1.2c)

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

no indicators fitted at time of test

Pass 22 May 2014

Rear brake fluid low.

Pass 2 May 2013 334 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2012 2 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2010 31,819 miles

Front Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

no tell tale lamps fitted

resticted handle bar movement

slight movement to o/s handlebar switch

slight wheel misalighnment

tape applied to both headlamps

Pass 27 Jun 2009 31,809 miles

steering lock to lock reduced

tape applied to headlamps

Fail 20 Jun 2009 3,180 miles

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Offside Front Direction indicators affected by the operation of another lamp (1.5.1c)

Offside Rear Direction indicators affected by the operation of another lamp (1.5.1c)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Oil leak

non standard exhausts fitted

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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CAV 982Y is a 1983 Suzuki GS550 in Blue with a 749cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 1983 Suzuki GS550 models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.7% with a typical mileage of 28,521 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 CAV 982Y, 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 43 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 CAV 982Y registered?

CAV 982Y is a 1983 Suzuki GS550, first registered on 26 April 1983.

Is CAV 982Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for CAV 982Y shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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