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F229 GWG

1989 Suzuki GS500

Red Petrol 487cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Sep 2023
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

37,757 mi
Last recorded37,757 miles
Recorded on21 Sep 2022
Typical for 1989 Suzuki GS50038,808 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF229 GWG
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS500
Year1989
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine487cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Sep 2022 37,757 miles
Fail 14 Sep 2022 37,757 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Front Brake pedal has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Front Handlebar mounting insecure (2.2.1 (a) (i))

Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Handlebar excessively deformed (2.2.1 (c) (i))

Rear Brake pedal has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Rear Brake pedal is positioned so that the brake cannot be readily applied pedal hits exhaust (1.1.2 (d))

Rear Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25% (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Front Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 18 Jun 2021 37,752 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Handlebar deformed but serviceable (2.2.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

top yoke cover missing bolt but secure

Pass 31 May 2019 37,611 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear rear position light innoperative. o/s rear working

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

bolts missing from secondary top yoke. item not insecure

Pass 19 May 2018 37,147 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2017 36,599 miles

How Reliable is the Suzuki GS500?

Based on 55,003 MOT tests across 6,013 vehicles.

80.5%
Pass Rate
1,009
Miles/Year
37
Year Lifespan
6,013
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 1,184
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 915
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 875
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 515
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 471
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F229 GWG is a 1989 Suzuki GS500 in Red with a 487cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1989 Suzuki GS500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.5% with a typical mileage of 38,808 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Suzuki GS500 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 1,184 recorded failures. If you're considering buying F229 GWG, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki GS500 typically stays on UK roads for around 37 years. At 37 years old, this Suzuki GS500 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was F229 GWG registered?

F229 GWG is a 1989 Suzuki GS500, first registered on 27 June 1989.

Is F229 GWG safe to buy?

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