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D311 NAF

1987 Suzuki GSX550

Red Petrol 572cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Sep 2012
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

17,270 mi
Last recorded17,270 miles
Recorded on16 Sep 2011
Typical for 1987 Suzuki GSX55026,936 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD311 NAF
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSX550
Year1987
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine572cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Fail 16 Sep 2011 17,270 miles

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 16 Sep 2011 17,270 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2010 14,767 miles
Pass 15 May 2009 14,306 miles
Pass 19 May 2008 12,279 miles
Fail 19 May 2008 12,279 miles

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 6 Jul 2006 11,426 miles
Fail 3 Jul 2006 11,409 miles

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

Front Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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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D311 NAF is a 1987 Suzuki GSX550 in Red with a 572cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

Across all 1987 Suzuki GSX550 models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.3% with a typical mileage of 26,936 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 D311 NAF, 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 39 years old, this Suzuki GSX550 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was D311 NAF registered?

D311 NAF is a 1987 Suzuki GSX550, first registered on 18 June 1987.

Is D311 NAF safe to buy?

The MOT history for D311 NAF shows 8 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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