MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
37,757 miBelow or average mileage for this year
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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
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
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
How Reliable is the Suzuki GS500?
Based on 55,003 MOT tests across 6,013 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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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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F229 GWG is a 1989 Suzuki GS500, first registered on 27 June 1989.
Is F229 GWG safe to buy?
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