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D899 TJX

1987 Suzuki GS550

Red Petrol 550cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Feb 2018
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

42,855 mi
Last recorded42,855 miles
Recorded on25 Jun 2020
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD899 TJX
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS550
Year1987
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine550cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Fail 25 Jun 2020 42,855 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak fork seal failed (5.3.2 (b))

Stop lamp not working not working from front brake control (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Front tyre sidewall lightly perished

Pass 3 Feb 2017 42,789 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

front brakes starting to bind

rear brake starting to bind

Pass 4 Feb 2016 42,787 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2006 42,523 miles
Fail 5 Jun 2006 42,523 miles

Offside Front Footrest missing (6.2.1a)

Offside Rear Upper Rear shock absorber insecurely mounted (2.4.A.3b)

Rear Floor brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.C2c)

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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D899 TJX is a 1987 Suzuki GS550 in Red with a 550cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 D899 TJX, 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 39 years old, this Suzuki GS550 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was D899 TJX registered?

D899 TJX is a 1987 Suzuki GS550, first registered on 1 March 1987.

Is D899 TJX safe to buy?

The MOT history for D899 TJX shows 5 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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