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F882 BFV

1989 Suzuki GS500

Red Petrol 487cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Sep 2020
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

21,327 mi
Last recorded21,327 miles
Recorded on27 Sep 2019
Typical for 1989 Suzuki GS50038,808 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF882 BFV
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS500
Year1989
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine487cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Sep 2019 21,327 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2017 21,136 miles

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

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Fail 23 Sep 2017 21,121 miles

Front Handlebar deformed o/s handle bar bent (2.1.1b)

Front Roller brake test indicates a severely grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Pass 3 Jun 2016 29,852 miles
Pass 28 May 2014 29,852 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2013 29,806 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2010 29,806 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Pass 17 Apr 2009 28,689 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2008 28,213 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2007 25,618 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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F882 BFV 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 90%.

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 F882 BFV, 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 F882 BFV registered?

F882 BFV is a 1989 Suzuki GS500, first registered on 5 June 1989.

Is F882 BFV safe to buy?

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