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NTP 716Y

1983 Suzuki GS550

Red Petrol 549cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Dec 2018
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

30,266 mi
Last recorded30,266 miles
Recorded on15 Dec 2017
Typical for 1983 Suzuki GS55028,521 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNTP 716Y
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS550
Year1983
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine549cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Dec 2017 30,266 miles

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

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Fail 14 Dec 2017 30,265 miles

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level dangerously low (3.2.B1d)

Front Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Nearside Fuel system component leaking carb (7.2.1a)

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b)

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

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 1 Nov 2016 29,876 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2015 79,895 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Apr 2014 79,205 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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NTP 716Y is a 1983 Suzuki GS550 in Red with a 549cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 NTP 716Y, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was NTP 716Y registered?

NTP 716Y is a 1983 Suzuki GS550, first registered on 31 December 1983.

Is NTP 716Y safe to buy?

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