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RKD 394T

1978 Suzuki GS550

Black Petrol 548cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jul 2015
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

53,227 mi
Last recorded53,227 miles
Recorded on17 Jul 2014
Typical for 1978 Suzuki GS55029,213 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRKD 394T
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS550
Year1978
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine548cc
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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Jul 2014 53,227 miles

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

handlebars are rusty

Pass 18 Aug 2011 53,220 miles

Advise thorough service of machine

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

Handlebar slightly corroded. (2.1.1b)

Pass 22 Aug 2007 52,608 miles

Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Fail 22 Aug 2007 52,608 miles

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Rear Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Pass 8 Jul 2006 50,832 miles

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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RKD 394T is a 1978 Suzuki GS550 in Black with a 548cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1978 Suzuki GS550 models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.2% with a typical mileage of 29,213 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 RKD 394T, 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 48 years old, this Suzuki GS550 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was RKD 394T registered?

RKD 394T is a 1978 Suzuki GS550, first registered on 23 October 1978.

Is RKD 394T safe to buy?

The MOT history for RKD 394T 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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