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D558 WAV

1986 Suzuki GSX550

Blue Petrol 572cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Feb 2015
Tests11 (6 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate54.5%

Mileage

57,255 mi
Last recorded57,255 miles
Recorded on7 Feb 2014
Typical for 1986 Suzuki GSX55028,090 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD558 WAV
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSX550
Year1986
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine572cc

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MOT History

6 pass 5 fail
Pass 7 Feb 2014 57,255 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Nearside Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

Offside Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

Oil leak

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

grab rail insecure

Fail 3 Feb 2014 57,250 miles

Exhaust mounting does not fully support the exhaust system (7.1.1.c)

Front Rear wheel spindle securing nut locking device missing (2.4.A.2b)

Front Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

Rear Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

Registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Nearside Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

Offside Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

Oil leak

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

grab rail insecure

Pass 16 Apr 2012 56,774 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2011 56,266 miles

Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

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

Rear Rear suspension bearing deteriorated but not excessively (2.4A.2a(i))

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Fail 12 Mar 2011 56,266 miles

Front Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

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

Rear Rear suspension bearing deteriorated but not excessively (2.4A.2a(i))

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Pass 27 Mar 2010 55,214 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Fail 27 Mar 2010 55,217 miles

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

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Pass 26 Sep 2008 54,840 miles
Fail 26 Sep 2008 54,840 miles

Rear Floor brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.C2c)

Fail 4 Apr 2007 54,579 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Rear Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)

Pass 4 Apr 2007 54,579 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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D558 WAV is a 1986 Suzuki GSX550 in Blue with a 572cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 54.5%.

Across all 1986 Suzuki GSX550 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.8% with a typical mileage of 28,090 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 D558 WAV, 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 40 years old, this Suzuki GSX550 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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D558 WAV is a 1986 Suzuki GSX550, first registered on 22 August 1986.

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