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F393 FWT

1989 Suzuki GS500

Red Petrol 487cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Feb 2023
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

41,244 mi
Last recorded41,244 miles
Recorded on3 Feb 2022
Typical for 1989 Suzuki GS50038,808 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF393 FWT
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS500
Year1989
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine487cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Feb 2022 41,244 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2009 39,980 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

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

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Pass 27 Oct 2006 39,971 miles

front brake hose fitting slightly deteriorated

Fail 23 Oct 2006 39,971 miles

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

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.2.B3b)

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

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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F393 FWT is a 1989 Suzuki GS500 in Red with a 487cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 F393 FWT, 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 F393 FWT registered?

F393 FWT is a 1989 Suzuki GS500, first registered on 24 May 1989.

Is F393 FWT safe to buy?

The MOT history for F393 FWT shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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