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F391 NVE

1989 Suzuki GS500

Black Petrol 487cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Dec 2018
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

42,374 mi
Last recorded42,374 miles
Recorded on14 Dec 2017
Typical for 1989 Suzuki GS50038,808 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Suzuki
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF391 NVE
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS500
Year1989
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine487cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Dec 2017 42,374 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2007 42,371 miles
Fail 10 Oct 2007 42,371 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

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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F391 NVE is a 1989 Suzuki GS500 in Black with a 487cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 F391 NVE, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of F391 NVE?

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What year was F391 NVE registered?

F391 NVE is a 1989 Suzuki GS500, first registered on 31 December 1989.

Is F391 NVE safe to buy?

The MOT history for F391 NVE shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does F391 NVE have outstanding finance?

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