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MPO 448Y

1983 Suzuki GS550

Red Petrol 549cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Aug 2017
Tests10 (6 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

1,591 mi
Last recorded1,591 miles
Recorded on17 Aug 2016
Typical for 1983 Suzuki GS55028,521 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMPO 448Y
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS550
Year1983
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine549cc

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MOT History

6 pass 4 fail
Pass 17 Aug 2016 1,591 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2015 860 miles
Fail 22 Aug 2015 860 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 30 Aug 2014 201 miles
Fail 30 Aug 2014 201 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 10 Aug 2013 780 miles
Fail 10 Aug 2013 780 miles

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

Pass 17 Aug 2012 32 miles

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

Fail 16 Aug 2012 19 miles

Front Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Rear Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

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

Pass 2 Aug 2011

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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MPO 448Y is a 1983 Suzuki GS550 in Red with a 549cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 MPO 448Y, 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 MPO 448Y registered?

MPO 448Y is a 1983 Suzuki GS550, first registered on 11 March 1983.

Is MPO 448Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for MPO 448Y shows 10 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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