MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
51,537 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))
Drive chain slightly tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))
Sidecar wheel alignment has slight toe-out (2.4 (b))
Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))
Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))
Rear reflector defective or damaged by more than 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (ii))
Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
Sidecar structure is deformed and structural rigidity is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (a) (i))
Rear Wheel fixing loose (single fixing) (5.2.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS
sidecar tyre cracking on walls
Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)
Oil leak ()
Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)
Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)
Offside Front Brake disc(s) friction surface contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)
Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)
Rear Brake linkage clevis joint slightly worn (3.2.A1d)
Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)
Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)
Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)
Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)
Headlamp aim too high (1.6)
Nearside Rear Rear suspension bush has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i)) DANGEROUS
Offside Rear Rear suspension bush has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i)) DANGEROUS
Rear suspension bush has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i)) DANGEROUS
Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a) DANGEROUS
How Reliable is the Suzuki GS550?
Based on 5,750 MOT tests across 1,189 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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VTL 335W is a 1981 Suzuki GS550 in Black with a 549cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.
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 VTL 335W, 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 VTL 335W registered?
VTL 335W is a 1981 Suzuki GS550, first registered on 26 March 1981.
Is VTL 335W safe to buy?
The MOT history for VTL 335W shows 12 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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