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UBJ 972R

2003 Suzuki GS550

Blue Petrol 549cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jul 2010
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

38,826 mi
Last recorded38,826 miles
Recorded on23 Jul 2009
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUBJ 972R
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS550
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine549cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Jul 2009 38,826 miles

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

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 31 Jul 2008 38,810 miles

FRONT STOP SWITCH IN-OPERATIVE,Machine is pre 1986 " not required"

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Nearside Rear Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Fail 11 Jul 2008 38,810 miles

Nearside Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Nearside Rear Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

Offside Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Offside Rear Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Nearside Rear Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

front stop light switch in operative,machine is pre 1986 "not required "

Pass 21 Jun 2007 38,786 miles

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

Fail 6 Jul 2006 37,896 miles

Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is above 850mm from the ground (1.6.3)

Offside Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Pass 6 Jul 2006 37,896 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2005 30,791 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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UBJ 972R is a 2003 Suzuki GS550 in Blue with a 549cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 UBJ 972R, 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 23 years old, this Suzuki GS550 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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UBJ 972R is a 2003 Suzuki GS550, first registered on 1 June 2003.

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