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EFE 190X

1982 Suzuki GS550

Red Petrol 549cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jul 2012
Tests9 (5 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate55.6%

Mileage

69,769 mi
Last recorded69,769 miles
Recorded on19 Jul 2011
Typical for 1982 Suzuki GS55031,194 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEFE 190X
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS550
Year1982
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine549cc

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MOT History

5 pass 4 fail
Pass 19 Jul 2011 69,769 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

chain guard missing

front tyre wall starting to perish

offside engine mount bolt loose

throttle slightly stiff

Fail 19 Jul 2011 69,769 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

chain guard missing

front tyre wall starting to perish

offside engine mount bolt loose

throttle slightly stiff

Pass 16 Jul 2010 68,545 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Fail 14 Jul 2010 68,545 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 13 Jul 2009 64,019 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Fail 6 Jul 2009 63,983 miles

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Rear Brake reaction bracket insecure (3.2.A1j)

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Front wheel spindle securing nut locking device missing (2.3.5a)

Pass 2 Jun 2008 56,519 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Fail 29 May 2008 56,472 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 7 Jun 2006 47,434 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

How Reliable is the Suzuki GS550?

Based on 5,750 MOT tests across 1,189 vehicles.

81.3%
Pass Rate
276
Miles/Year
49
Year Lifespan
1,189
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 95
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 88
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 75
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 44
Horn not working 42
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EFE 190X is a 1982 Suzuki GS550 in Red with a 549cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 55.6%.

Across all 1982 Suzuki GS550 models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.7% with a typical mileage of 31,194 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 EFE 190X, 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 44 years old, this Suzuki GS550 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was EFE 190X registered?

EFE 190X is a 1982 Suzuki GS550, first registered on 16 April 1982.

Is EFE 190X safe to buy?

The MOT history for EFE 190X shows 9 tests with a 55.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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