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NPW 844V

1996 Suzuki GS550

Silver Petrol 549cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jul 2017
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

3,394 mi
Last recorded3,394 miles
Recorded on30 Jul 2016
Typical for 1996 Suzuki GS55033,611 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNPW 844V
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS550
Year1996
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine549cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Jul 2016 3,394 miles
Fail 28 May 2012 2,169 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Front suspension has inadequate damping effect. (2.3.6c)

Headlamp dipped beam affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.2c)

Stop lamp affected by the operation of another lamp (1.3.2)

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

Handlebar slightly corroded. (2.1.1b)

Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Rear spring corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4A1b(ii))

battery insecure

front tyre perishing

Pass 9 May 2011 1,516 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Headlamp deteriorated but function not impaired (1.2.3a)

Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Rear spring corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4A1b(ii))

front disc slightly corroded

rear disc slightly corroded

Pass 6 Mar 2007 1,504 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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NPW 844V is a 1996 Suzuki GS550 in Silver with a 549cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1996 Suzuki GS550 models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.7% with a typical mileage of 33,611 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 NPW 844V, 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 30 years old, this Suzuki GS550 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was NPW 844V registered?

NPW 844V is a 1996 Suzuki GS550, first registered on 1 April 1996.

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