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RNV 382V

1980 Suzuki GS550

Black Petrol 549cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Mar 2012
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

23,257 mi
Last recorded23,257 miles
Recorded on28 Mar 2011
Typical for 1980 Suzuki GS55030,281 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRNV 382V
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS550
Year1980
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine549cc
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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Mar 2011 23,257 miles

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

Fail 15 Mar 2011 23,253 miles

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

Front Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Front Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Rear An item not tested (Manual)

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

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

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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RNV 382V is a 1980 Suzuki GS550 in Black with a 549cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1980 Suzuki GS550 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.4% with a typical mileage of 30,281 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 RNV 382V, 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 46 years old, this Suzuki GS550 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was RNV 382V registered?

RNV 382V is a 1980 Suzuki GS550, first registered on 30 December 1980.

Is RNV 382V safe to buy?

The MOT history for RNV 382V shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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