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VHB 513S

1978 Suzuki GS550

Blue Petrol 850cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Mar 2024
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

1,570 mi
Last recorded1,570 miles
Recorded on3 Mar 2023
Typical for 1978 Suzuki GS55029,213 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVHB 513S
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS550
Year1978
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine850cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Mar 2023 1,570 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2021 679 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Horn quite

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Rear tyre has light perishing

Fail 20 Dec 2021 679 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Horn quite

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Rear tyre has light perishing

Rear Brake hose leaking On calliper (1.1.12 (c))

Pass 27 Aug 2020 3,299 miles

Horn not working properly (7.7 (a) (i))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 1.3 (5.2.3 (e))

head lamp has been masked

Fail 27 Aug 2020 3,299 miles

Horn not working properly (7.7 (a) (i))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 1.3 (5.2.3 (e))

Wheel spindle loose n/s o/s (5.2.1 (c) (i))

head lamp has been masked

Pass 12 Apr 2019 1,361 miles

Nearside Footrest slightly loose (6.2.12 (a))

rear Tyre has light perishing

Fail 12 Apr 2019 1,360 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake master cylinder leaking (1.1.10 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Headlamp aim too high tap on head headlamp (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Footrest slightly loose (6.2.12 (a))

rear Tyre has light perishing

Pass 13 Apr 2018 49,898 miles

exhaust is nose

head lamp has tape covering lense

Pass 6 Mar 2013 2,288 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Rear Motorcycle structure has been slightly modified (6.1.1b)

Pass 27 Jul 2006 137 miles

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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VHB 513S is a 1978 Suzuki GS550 in Blue with a 850cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 VHB 513S, 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 VHB 513S registered?

VHB 513S is a 1978 Suzuki GS550, first registered on 20 May 1978.

Is VHB 513S safe to buy?

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