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MNX 802V

1980 Suzuki GS550

Black Petrol 549cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Apr 2010
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

20,336 mi
Last recorded20,336 miles
Recorded on20 Apr 2009
Typical for 1980 Suzuki GS55030,281 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMNX 802V
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS550
Year1980
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine549cc
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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Apr 2009 20,336 miles
Pass 9 May 2008 32,443 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Fail 30 Apr 2008 32,443 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

Front Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Front Tyre has ply or cord exposed (4.1.2a(iii)

Fuel tank leaking (7.2.1a)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Offside Rear Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 5 Apr 2007 31,285 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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MNX 802V is a 1980 Suzuki GS550 in Black with a 549cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 MNX 802V, 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 MNX 802V registered?

MNX 802V is a 1980 Suzuki GS550, first registered on 9 June 1980.

Is MNX 802V safe to buy?

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