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F853 OOR

1988 Suzuki GSX550

Green Petrol 572cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Mar 2027
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

44,912 mi
Last recorded44,912 miles
Recorded on9 Mar 2026
Typical for 1988 Suzuki GSX55038,730 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF853 OOR
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSX550
Year1988
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine572cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Mar 2026 44,912 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2025 44,617 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2022 44,438 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2020 44,377 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2019 44,158 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Fail 3 Aug 2019 44,153 miles

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.7 (a) (i))

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 14 Apr 2018 44,083 miles
Fail 14 Apr 2018 44,083 miles

Steering headbearing has excessive free play xsive play- Adjusted (2.2.2)

Pass 18 May 2007 44,066 miles
Fail 11 May 2007 44,066 miles

Front Brake cylinder leaking hydraulic fluid (3.2.B1e)

Rear Roller brake test indicates brake effort rise disproportional to brake lever or pedal effort (3.3.A1c)

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b)

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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F853 OOR is a 1988 Suzuki GSX550 in Green with a 572cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 F853 OOR, 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 F853 OOR?

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What year was F853 OOR registered?

F853 OOR is a 1988 Suzuki GSX550, first registered on 11 August 1988.

Is F853 OOR safe to buy?

The MOT history for F853 OOR shows 10 tests with a 70% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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