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YGO 221W

1981 Suzuki GS550

Black Petrol 549cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jul 2009
Tests5 (2 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate40%

Mileage

49,690 mi
Last recorded49,690 miles
Recorded on24 Jul 2008
Typical for 1981 Suzuki GS55030,470 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYGO 221W
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS550
Year1981
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine549cc

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MOT History

2 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Jul 2008 49,690 miles

Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Fail 21 Jul 2008 49,690 miles

Dipswitch does not deflect the main beam/s, making them into dipped beam/s (1.2.2b(ii))

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

Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.7.3a)

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

Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Fail 9 Oct 2006 49,586 miles

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

Pass 9 Oct 2006 49,586 miles
Fail 22 Sep 2006 49,581 miles

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

slight perishing on front tyre.

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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YGO 221W is a 1981 Suzuki GS550 in Black with a 549cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 40%.

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 YGO 221W, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was YGO 221W registered?

YGO 221W is a 1981 Suzuki GS550, first registered on 11 May 1981.

Is YGO 221W safe to buy?

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