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E559 GJN

1988 Suzuki GSX550

White Petrol 572cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Nov 2020
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

47,944 mi
Last recorded47,944 miles
Recorded on21 May 2019
Typical for 1988 Suzuki GSX55038,730 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE559 GJN
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSX550
Year1988
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine572cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 21 May 2019 47,944 miles
Fail 21 May 2019 47,944 miles

Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Fail 18 May 2019 47,937 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Front Tyre is unsuitable (5.2.3 (a))

Offside Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Offside Handlebar deformed but serviceable rh handlebar slightly bent (2.2.1 (c) (i))

Pass 10 Aug 2011 47,746 miles
Fail 5 Aug 2011 47,746 miles

Offside Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d)

Offside Front Throttle has a significant change in engine speed whilst moving the steering from lock to lock (2.1.4)

Pass 3 Jul 2010 47,535 miles

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

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

Fail 3 Jul 2010 47,535 miles

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

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

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

Pass 27 Jun 2009 46,926 miles

Nail In Rear Tyre.

Pass 19 Jul 2008 45,862 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2007 449,654 miles

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

Pass 15 Jul 2006 42,407 miles

Centre stand bolt is loose but still has safety lock fitted.

Front brake has little reserve travel.

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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E559 GJN is a 1988 Suzuki GSX550 in White with a 572cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

Across all 1988 Suzuki GSX550 models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.8% with a typical mileage of 38,730 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 E559 GJN, 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 38 years old, this Suzuki GSX550 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was E559 GJN registered?

E559 GJN is a 1988 Suzuki GSX550, first registered on 5 May 1988.

Is E559 GJN safe to buy?

The MOT history for E559 GJN shows 11 tests with a 63.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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