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VGP 232M

1974 Suzuki GT550

Red Petrol 550cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 May 2018
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

2,049 mi
Last recorded2,049 miles
Recorded on23 May 2017
Typical for 1974 Suzuki GT55012,694 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Suzuki
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVGP 232M
MakeSuzuki
ModelGT550
Year1974
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine550cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 May 2017 2,049 miles

Front Brake hose slightly kinked (3.2.B3a)

Front Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Pass 19 May 2016 1,706 miles
Pass 13 May 2015 1,284 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2014 100 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2009 4 miles
Fail 5 Nov 2009 4 miles

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

How Reliable is the Suzuki GT550?

Based on 1,360 MOT tests across 339 vehicles.

88.1%
Pass Rate
196
Miles/Year
54
Year Lifespan
339
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 12
Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside 6
Brake hose excessively deteriorated 5
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 5
Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instruction/s 5
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VGP 232M is a 1974 Suzuki GT550 in Red with a 550cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1974 Suzuki GT550 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.8% with a typical mileage of 12,694 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 GT550 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 12 recorded failures. If you're considering buying VGP 232M, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki GT550 typically stays on UK roads for around 54 years. At 52 years old, this Suzuki GT550 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was VGP 232M registered?

VGP 232M is a 1974 Suzuki GT550, first registered on 20 March 1974.

Is VGP 232M safe to buy?

The MOT history for VGP 232M shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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