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TGW 5R

1977 Suzuki GS550

Black Petrol 549cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jul 2012
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

4,999 mi
Last recorded4,999 miles
Recorded on23 Jul 2011
Typical for 1977 Suzuki GS55022,238 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTGW 5R
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS550
Year1977
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine549cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Jul 2011 4,999 miles

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

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 26 Jun 2010 14,790 miles

Front Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

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

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Front tyre perished and cracking

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Fail 17 Jun 2010 14,784 miles

Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Brake pedal is positioned so that the brake cannot be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d)

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Front suspension has excessive stiffness in the suspension movement. (2.3.6b)

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Locking device(s) not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h)

Offside Front Brake disc(s) friction surface contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

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) DANGEROUS

Front Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

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

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Front tyre perished and cracking

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

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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TGW 5R is a 1977 Suzuki GS550 in Black with a 549cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1977 Suzuki GS550 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.3% with a typical mileage of 22,238 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 TGW 5R, 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 49 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 TGW 5R registered?

TGW 5R is a 1977 Suzuki GS550, first registered on 18 July 1977.

Is TGW 5R safe to buy?

The MOT history for TGW 5R shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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