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OPH 218R

1976 Suzuki GT550

Red Petrol 544cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jul 2016
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

16,591 mi
Last recorded16,591 miles
Recorded on21 Jul 2015
Typical for 1976 Suzuki GT55020,137 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Suzuki
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOPH 218R
MakeSuzuki
ModelGT550
Year1976
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine544cc
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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Jul 2015 16,591 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2014 16,382 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2013 15,654 miles
Pass 25 May 2012 15,442 miles
Pass 27 May 2011 15,265 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2010 15,036 miles

Oil leak

clutch lever pivot slightly worn

Pass 25 Jun 2009 14,679 miles
Fail 4 Jun 2009 14,574 miles

Front Upper Brake hose excessively chafed (3.2.B3a)

How Reliable is the Suzuki GT550?

Based on 1,360 MOT tests across 339 vehicles.

88.1%
Pass Rate
196
Miles/Year
54
Year Lifespan
339
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 12
Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside 6
Brake hose excessively deteriorated 5
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 5
Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instruction/s 5
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OPH 218R is a 1976 Suzuki GT550 in Red with a 544cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 1976 Suzuki GT550 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.2% with a typical mileage of 20,137 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Suzuki GT550 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 12 recorded failures. If you're considering buying OPH 218R, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki GT550 typically stays on UK roads for around 54 years. At 50 years old, this Suzuki GT550 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was OPH 218R registered?

OPH 218R is a 1976 Suzuki GT550, first registered on 30 September 1976.

Is OPH 218R safe to buy?

The MOT history for OPH 218R shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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