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E597 KPE

1988 Suzuki GSX550

White Petrol 572cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jul 2012
Tests4 (2 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

23,221 mi
Last recorded23,221 miles
Recorded on14 Jul 2011
Typical for 1988 Suzuki GSX55038,730 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE597 KPE
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSX550
Year1988
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine572cc

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MOT History

2 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Jul 2011 23,221 miles

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

Pitting to front stanchions above fork travel

Fail 14 Jul 2011 23,221 miles

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

Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instruction/s (4.1.2e)

Rear Brake locking device missing (3.2.A1e)

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

Pitting to front stanchions above fork travel

Pass 15 Jun 2009 22,852 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Fail 15 Jun 2009 22,844 miles

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

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

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

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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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E597 KPE is a 1988 Suzuki GSX550 in White with a 572cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 E597 KPE, 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.

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What year was E597 KPE registered?

E597 KPE is a 1988 Suzuki GSX550, first registered on 21 July 1988.

Is E597 KPE safe to buy?

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