MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
20,374 miBelow or average mileage for this year
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Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)
Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)
Modification to top steering yoke
Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)
Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)
indicators removed
Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)
Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)
Brake locking device missing (3.2.A1e) DANGEROUS
Rear Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c) DANGEROUS
Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)
Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)
Modification to top steering yoke
Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)
Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)
indicators removed
How Reliable is the Suzuki GS550?
Based on 5,750 MOT tests across 1,189 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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SWY 456W is a 1981 Suzuki GS550 in Black with a 549cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.
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 SWY 456W, 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.
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What year was SWY 456W registered?
SWY 456W is a 1981 Suzuki GS550, first registered on 10 March 1981.
Is SWY 456W safe to buy?
The MOT history for SWY 456W shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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