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HEX 209Y

1983 Suzuki GS550

Blue Petrol 549cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 May 2014
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

10,138 mi
Last recorded10,138 miles
Recorded on24 Apr 2013
Typical for 1983 Suzuki GS55028,521 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHEX 209Y
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS550
Year1983
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine549cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Apr 2013 10,138 miles

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

Pass 2 May 2012 9,001 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Bike not fitted with front brake light switch - not required, as first used before 1st april 1986.

Front Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Fail 25 Apr 2012 9,001 miles

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Headlamp insecure (1.2.3b)

Rear suspension bearing has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

Bike not fitted with front brake light switch - not required, as first used before 1st april 1986.

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 4 Feb 2011 8,492 miles

Rear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive (2.4.B.4)

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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HEX 209Y is a 1983 Suzuki GS550 in Blue with a 549cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1983 Suzuki GS550 models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.7% with a typical mileage of 28,521 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 HEX 209Y, 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 43 years old, this Suzuki GS550 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was HEX 209Y registered?

HEX 209Y is a 1983 Suzuki GS550, first registered on 31 December 1983.

Is HEX 209Y safe to buy?

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