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FPA 243V

1980 Suzuki GS550

Red Petrol 549cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Aug 2023
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

22,170 mi
Last recorded22,170 miles
Recorded on19 Aug 2022
Typical for 1980 Suzuki GS55030,281 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFPA 243V
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS550
Year1980
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine549cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Aug 2022 22,170 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2020 21,597 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2018 21,399 miles

Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Front brake lever stop light switch not fitted

Front wheel bearing slightly rough when rotated

Pass 4 Jul 2016 21,088 miles

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

Pass 3 Jul 2015 20,937 miles

Rear Brake pedal pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 31 May 2013 20,780 miles
Fail 31 May 2013 20,780 miles

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

Front position lamp incorrect colour (1.1.2a)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 20 Nov 2009 20,530 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2007 20,296 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

rear brake just starting to bind

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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FPA 243V is a 1980 Suzuki GS550 in Red with a 549cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 1980 Suzuki GS550 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.4% with a typical mileage of 30,281 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 FPA 243V, 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 46 years old, this Suzuki GS550 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was FPA 243V registered?

FPA 243V is a 1980 Suzuki GS550, first registered on 14 April 1980.

Is FPA 243V safe to buy?

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