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RBN 382S

1978 Suzuki GS550

Black Petrol 549cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Aug 2018
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

12,469 mi
Last recorded12,469 miles
Recorded on25 Aug 2017
Typical for 1978 Suzuki GS55029,213 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRBN 382S
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS550
Year1978
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine549cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Aug 2017 12,469 miles
Fail 22 Aug 2017 12,464 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

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

Pass 29 Aug 2015 12,445 miles
Fail 26 Aug 2015 12,439 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Exhaust mounting does not fully support the exhaust system (7.1.1.c)

Pass 22 Aug 2014 12,422 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2013 12,396 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2012 12,356 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2011 12,336 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2010 12,311 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2009 12,274 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2008 12,249 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2007 12,212 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2006 12,187 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2005 12,143 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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RBN 382S is a 1978 Suzuki GS550 in Black with a 549cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 1978 Suzuki GS550 models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.2% with a typical mileage of 29,213 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 RBN 382S, 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 48 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 RBN 382S registered?

RBN 382S is a 1978 Suzuki GS550, first registered on 20 February 1978.

Is RBN 382S safe to buy?

The MOT history for RBN 382S shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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