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F47 WLJ

1989 Suzuki GS500

Red Petrol 487cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Feb 2022
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

66,497 mi
Last recorded66,497 miles
Recorded on11 Feb 2021
Typical for 1989 Suzuki GS50038,808 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF47 WLJ
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS500
Year1989
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine487cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Feb 2021 66,497 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 29 Mar 2016 65,990 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2012 65,928 miles

Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 17 May 2011 64,684 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Fail 14 May 2011 64,684 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Pass 6 May 2009 62,623 miles
Fail 5 May 2009 62,622 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates brake effort fall disproportional to brake lever or pedal effort (3.3.A1c)

Pass 17 May 2007 54,345 miles
Fail 14 May 2007 54,345 miles

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

Pass 28 Apr 2006 49,205 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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F47 WLJ is a 1989 Suzuki GS500 in Red with a 487cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 F47 WLJ, 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 F47 WLJ registered?

F47 WLJ is a 1989 Suzuki GS500, first registered on 23 March 1989.

Is F47 WLJ safe to buy?

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