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HBO 329W

1980 Suzuki GS550

Black Petrol 548cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jul 2014
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

213 mi
Last recorded213 miles
Recorded on31 Jul 2013
Typical for 1980 Suzuki GS55030,281 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHBO 329W
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS550
Year1980
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine548cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 31 Jul 2013 213 miles

Front fork rake angle make steering heavy & increases forces to headstock.

Fail 22 Jul 2013 213 miles

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.1a)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator obscured (1.5.1a)

Offside Rear Direction indicator obscured (1.5.1a)

Front fork rake angle make steering heavy & increases forces to headstock.

Pass 17 May 2012 1 miles

lights masked off at time of test only to be used in daylight hours

Fail 17 May 2012 1 miles

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

lights masked off at time of test only to be used in daylight hours

Pass 16 Sep 2008 729 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

cycle frame has been cut and rewelded behind headstock to increase fork rake angle

motorcycle is a chopped motor cycle totally different from standard vehicle

Pass 19 Sep 2007 11,546 miles

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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HBO 329W is a 1980 Suzuki GS550 in Black with a 548cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 HBO 329W, 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 HBO 329W registered?

HBO 329W is a 1980 Suzuki GS550, first registered on 19 September 1980.

Is HBO 329W safe to buy?

The MOT history for HBO 329W shows 6 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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