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RFW 888R

1976 Suzuki GS550

Yellow Petrol 549cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Mar 2014
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

34,639 mi
Last recorded34,639 miles
Recorded on16 Mar 2013
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRFW 888R
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS550
Year1976
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine549cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Mar 2013 34,639 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2011 33,986 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2008 33,750 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2007 33,669 miles

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

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

Fail 25 Sep 2006 33,661 miles

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

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

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

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

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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RFW 888R is a 1976 Suzuki GS550 in Yellow with a 549cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 RFW 888R, 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 50 years old, this Suzuki GS550 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was RFW 888R registered?

RFW 888R is a 1976 Suzuki GS550, first registered on 13 August 1976.

Is RFW 888R safe to buy?

The MOT history for RFW 888R shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does RFW 888R have outstanding finance?

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