MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
43,966 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Front Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)
Headlamp insecure (1.2.3b)
Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)
Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))
Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)
front brake binding slightly
How Reliable is the Suzuki GS550?
Based on 5,750 MOT tests across 1,189 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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DOC 989V is a 1980 Suzuki GS550 in Black with a 549cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.
Across all 1980 Suzuki GS550 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.4% with a typical mileage of 30,281 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 DOC 989V, 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 46 years old, this Suzuki GS550 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.
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What year was DOC 989V registered?
DOC 989V is a 1980 Suzuki GS550, first registered on 18 January 1980.
Is DOC 989V safe to buy?
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