MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
32,140 miAbove average mileage for this year
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Front Wheel spoke slightly loose. (4.2.1b)
Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)
Rear Wheel spoke slightly loose. (4.2.1b)
Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)
Offside handle bar grip in poor condition
Front Front wheel spindle securing nut locking device missing (2.3.5a)
Offside handle bar grip in poor condition
Front Upper Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.2.B3b)
Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)
Rear Wheel spoke slightly loose. (4.2.1b)
Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)
Offside Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)
Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))
Nearside Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)
Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)
Front Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)
How Reliable is the Suzuki GS550?
Based on 5,750 MOT tests across 1,189 vehicles.
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SKG 78R is a 1997 Suzuki GS550 in Black with a 549cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.
Across all 1997 Suzuki GS550 models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.1% with a typical mileage of 29,016 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 SKG 78R, 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 29 years old, this Suzuki GS550 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.
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What year was SKG 78R registered?
SKG 78R is a 1997 Suzuki GS550, first registered on 6 October 1997.
Is SKG 78R safe to buy?
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