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PNC 22W

1981 Suzuki GS550

Blue Petrol 549cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Feb 2024
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

53,211 mi
Last recorded53,211 miles
Recorded on23 Feb 2023
Typical for 1981 Suzuki GS55030,470 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPNC 22W
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS550
Year1981
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine549cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Feb 2023 53,211 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2020 53,001 miles
Fail 10 Jul 2020 53,001 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 20 Jun 2016 52,957 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2016 52,957 miles

Front Tyre is incorrectly seated on the wheel rim (4.1.2b)

Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instruction/s Front tyre fitted wrong way round. (4.1.2e)

Pass 7 Jan 2014 52,820 miles

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

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 30 Jan 2012 52,682 miles

oil leak front cylinder head area

upper front brake unions slighty corroded

Pass 28 Feb 2009 52,211 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2008 51,907 miles

Rear Brake lever lightly rubbing (3.2.A1a)

Pass 30 Aug 2006 51,079 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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PNC 22W is a 1981 Suzuki GS550 in Blue with a 549cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1981 Suzuki GS550 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.3% with a typical mileage of 30,470 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 PNC 22W, 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 45 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 PNC 22W registered?

PNC 22W is a 1981 Suzuki GS550, first registered on 31 March 1981.

Is PNC 22W safe to buy?

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