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DOY 438M

1974 Suzuki GT550

Gold Petrol 550cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 May 2026
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

118 mi
Last recorded118 miles
Recorded on6 May 2025
Typical for 1974 Suzuki GT55012,694 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDOY 438M
MakeSuzuki
ModelGT550
Year1974
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine550cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 May 2025 118 miles

Rear Brake pedal is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Fail 26 Apr 2025 118 miles

Headlamp aim projected beam image obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Rear Brake pedal is positioned so that the brake cannot be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Rear Tyre incorrectly seated on the wheel rim (5.2.3 (k))

How Reliable is the Suzuki GT550?

Based on 1,360 MOT tests across 339 vehicles.

88.1%
Pass Rate
196
Miles/Year
54
Year Lifespan
339
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 12
Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside 6
Brake hose excessively deteriorated 5
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 5
Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instruction/s 5
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DOY 438M is a 1974 Suzuki GT550 in Gold with a 550cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1974 Suzuki GT550 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.8% with a typical mileage of 12,694 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 GT550 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 12 recorded failures. If you're considering buying DOY 438M, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki GT550 typically stays on UK roads for around 54 years. At 52 years old, this Suzuki GT550 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was DOY 438M registered?

DOY 438M is a 1974 Suzuki GT550, first registered on 1 January 1974.

Is DOY 438M safe to buy?

The MOT history for DOY 438M shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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