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B697 FGP

1985 Suzuki GSX550

Red Petrol 572cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Aug 2017
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

17,489 mi
Last recorded17,489 miles
Recorded on2 Aug 2016
Typical for 1985 Suzuki GSX55033,587 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB697 FGP
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSX550
Year1985
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine572cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Aug 2016 17,489 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2015 59,588 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2014 58,355 miles

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Fail 24 Apr 2013 57,405 miles

Stop lamp deteriorated and function impaired (1.3.3a)

rear tyre cracking on side walls.

Pass 24 Apr 2013 57,405 miles

rear tyre cracking on side walls.

Pass 26 Apr 2012 57,077 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2011 56,837 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2010 56,667 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 29 Apr 2010 56,667 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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B697 FGP is a 1985 Suzuki GSX550 in Red with a 572cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 B697 FGP, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was B697 FGP registered?

B697 FGP is a 1985 Suzuki GSX550, first registered on 31 December 1985.

Is B697 FGP safe to buy?

The MOT history for B697 FGP shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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