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UAY 747S

1978 Suzuki GS550

Blue Petrol 548cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jun 2023
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

3,107 mi
Last recorded3,107 miles
Recorded on24 Jun 2022
Typical for 1978 Suzuki GS55029,213 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Suzuki
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUAY 747S
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS550
Year1978
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine548cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Jun 2022 3,107 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2021 3,103 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2017 3,081 miles
Fail 11 Aug 2017 3,079 miles

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Rear Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 30 Apr 2016 2,826 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

chain guard missing.

front mudguard missing.

Fail 30 Apr 2016 2,826 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

chain guard missing.

front mudguard missing.

Pass 12 May 2015 1,869 miles
Pass 2 May 2012 1,865 miles

Rear Brake lining(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 24 Feb 2011 1,093 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2009

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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UAY 747S is a 1978 Suzuki GS550 in Blue with a 548cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 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 UAY 747S, 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 UAY 747S registered?

UAY 747S is a 1978 Suzuki GS550, first registered on 13 April 1978.

Is UAY 747S safe to buy?

The MOT history for UAY 747S shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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