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B358 RLC

1985 Suzuki GSX550

Red Petrol 572cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jun 2017
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

33,074 mi
Last recorded33,074 miles
Recorded on13 Jun 2016
Typical for 1985 Suzuki GSX55033,587 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB358 RLC
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSX550
Year1985
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine572cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Jun 2016 33,074 miles

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

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

light perishing on both tyres

Fail 13 Jun 2016 33,074 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates brake effort rise disproportional to brake lever or pedal effort (3.3.A1c)

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b)

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

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

light perishing on both tyres

Pass 28 Jun 2008 32,231 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2007 31,934 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2006 31,600 miles

How Reliable is the Suzuki GSX550?

Based on 1,167 MOT tests across 269 vehicles.

79.9%
Pass Rate
263
Miles/Year
43
Year Lifespan
269
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 32
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 28
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 20
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 16
Direction indicator not working 12
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B358 RLC is a 1985 Suzuki GSX550 in Red with a 572cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1985 Suzuki GSX550 models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.0% with a typical mileage of 33,587 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Suzuki GSX550 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 32 recorded failures. If you're considering buying B358 RLC, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki GSX550 typically stays on UK roads for around 43 years. At 41 years old, this Suzuki GSX550 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was B358 RLC registered?

B358 RLC is a 1985 Suzuki GSX550, first registered on 2 July 1985.

Is B358 RLC safe to buy?

The MOT history for B358 RLC shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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