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VTV 365Y

1982 Suzuki GS550

Black Petrol 549cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Sep 2015
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

28,655 mi
Last recorded28,655 miles
Recorded on20 Sep 2014
Typical for 1982 Suzuki GS55031,194 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Suzuki
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVTV 365Y
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS550
Year1982
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine549cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Sep 2014 28,655 miles

REAR TYRE SHOWING SIGNS OF PERISHING ON SIDEWALLS, BUT NOT TO EXCESS.

Fail 25 Sep 2013 28,598 miles

FRONT BRAKE BINDING VERY SLIGHTLY WHEN ROTATED BY HAND

FRONT TYRE SLIGHTLY PERISHED

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

REAR SUSPENSION PIVOT HAS CASTELATED NUT FITTED NO VISUAL SIGN OF LOCKING DEVICE

REAR TYRE HAS CUTS WITHIN TREAD NOT EXCESSIVE. NO PLY OR CORDS EXPOSED

REAR TYRE SLIGHTLY PERISHED

Pass 25 Sep 2013 28,598 miles

FRONT BRAKE BINDING VERY SLIGHTLY WHEN ROTATED BY HAND

FRONT TYRE SLIGHTLY PERISHED

REAR SUSPENSION PIVOT HAS CASTELATED NUT FITTED NO VISUAL SIGN OF LOCKING DEVICE

REAR TYRE HAS CUTS WITHIN TREAD NOT EXCESSIVE. NO PLY OR CORDS EXPOSED

REAR TYRE SLIGHTLY PERISHED

Pass 12 Apr 2012 28,527 miles

rear tyre slightly perished

Fail 12 Apr 2012 28,519 miles

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

rear tyre slightly perished

Pass 12 Jun 2010 28,362 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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VTV 365Y is a 1982 Suzuki GS550 in Black with a 549cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1982 Suzuki GS550 models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.7% with a typical mileage of 31,194 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 VTV 365Y, 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 44 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 VTV 365Y registered?

VTV 365Y is a 1982 Suzuki GS550, first registered on 13 August 1982.

Is VTV 365Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for VTV 365Y shows 6 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.

Does VTV 365Y have outstanding finance?

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