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G169 AGS

1990 Suzuki GS500

Red Petrol 487cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Aug 2016
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

64,378 mi
Last recorded64,378 miles
Recorded on15 Aug 2015
Typical for 1990 Suzuki GS50032,723 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG169 AGS
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS500
Year1990
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine487cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Aug 2015 64,378 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Front Brake component worn but not seriously reduced in strength (3.2.A1)

Rear suspension component slightly corroded. (2.4.A.1a)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 10 May 2014 64,112 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 11 May 2013 63,200 miles
Pass 8 May 2012 62,576 miles
Pass 7 May 2011 61,828 miles
Fail 19 Apr 2011 61,825 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a) DANGEROUS

Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b) DANGEROUS

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

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

Pass 4 Nov 2009 60,324 miles
Fail 3 Nov 2009 60,322 miles

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Front Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Rear suspension bearing has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Front Roller brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.A1a) DANGEROUS

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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G169 AGS is a 1990 Suzuki GS500 in Red with a 487cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1990 Suzuki GS500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.5% with a typical mileage of 32,723 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 G169 AGS, 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 36 years old, this Suzuki GS500 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was G169 AGS registered?

G169 AGS is a 1990 Suzuki GS500, first registered on 10 May 1990.

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