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GHB 748V

1980 Suzuki GS550

Black Petrol 549cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Sep 2024
Tests23 (15 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate65.2%

Mileage

34,250 mi
Last recorded34,250 miles
Recorded on21 Sep 2023
Typical for 1980 Suzuki GS55030,281 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGHB 748V
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS550
Year1980
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine549cc

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MOT History

15 pass 8 fail
Pass 21 Sep 2023 34,250 miles

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Chain guard missing ()

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 15 Sep 2023 34,244 miles

Rear Brake caliper insecure (1.1.16 (c) (i))

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Chain guard missing ()

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 1 Sep 2018 33,919 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2017 33,553 miles
Fail 14 Aug 2017 33,553 miles

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

Headlamp aim headlamp deteriorated and function impaired no checkable pattern-bulb? (1.2.3a)

Pass 19 Aug 2016 32,632 miles

Oil leak ()

Pass 1 Sep 2015 31,664 miles

chain guard missing

Fail 1 Sep 2015 31,664 miles

Offside Throttle has a significant change in engine speed whilst moving the steering from lock to lock (2.1.4)

chain guard missing

Pass 27 Aug 2014 29,996 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Fail 22 Aug 2014 29,996 miles

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

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

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 31 Aug 2013 28,549 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2012 27,759 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Fail 1 Sep 2012 27,759 miles

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

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Fail 2 Sep 2011 27,421 miles

Headlamp damaged and function impaired (1.2.3a)

Pass 2 Sep 2011 27,421 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2011 27,367 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 1 Jul 2010 26,650 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2008 26,039 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2007 24,897 miles
Fail 6 Nov 2007 24,897 miles

Brake lever cannot be applied smoothly (3.1.3d)

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

Nearside Rear Rear shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.4.A.1c)

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

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Chain guard missing

Oil leak

Pass 17 Oct 2006 23,874 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2005 23,146 miles
Fail 7 Nov 2005 23,146 miles

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

Rear Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

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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GHB 748V is a 1980 Suzuki GS550 in Black with a 549cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 65.2%.

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 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 GHB 748V, 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 GHB 748V registered?

GHB 748V is a 1980 Suzuki GS550, first registered on 24 June 1980.

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