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F26 MBY

1988 Suzuki GSX550

White Petrol 572cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jul 2008
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

40,147 mi
Last recorded40,147 miles
Recorded on13 Jun 2007
Typical for 1988 Suzuki GSX55038,730 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF26 MBY
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSX550
Year1988
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine572cc
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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Jun 2007 40,147 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2006 38,982 miles
Fail 4 Jul 2006 38,976 miles

Offside Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

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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F26 MBY is a 1988 Suzuki GSX550 in White with a 572cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 F26 MBY, 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

How do I check the history of F26 MBY?

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What year was F26 MBY registered?

F26 MBY is a 1988 Suzuki GSX550, first registered on 8 August 1988.

Is F26 MBY safe to buy?

The MOT history for F26 MBY shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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