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G215 XNM

1990 Suzuki GS500

Yellow Petrol 487cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Mar 2016
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

56,337 mi
Last recorded56,337 miles
Recorded on4 Mar 2015
Typical for 1990 Suzuki GS50032,723 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG215 XNM
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS500
Year1990
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine487cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 4 Mar 2015 56,337 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2012 55,533 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 28 Jul 2012 55,533 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2011 55,166 miles

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

Pass 7 Aug 2010 53,750 miles

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

Fail 9 Jul 2010 53,737 miles

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

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 1 Aug 2009 53,409 miles

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

Pass 15 Jul 2008 52,581 miles

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

Fail 12 Jul 2008 52,570 miles

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

Fail 30 Jun 2007 51,940 miles

Rear Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Rear Registration plate has a feature which changes the appearance or legibility of the characters (6.3.4c)

Pass 30 Jun 2007 51,940 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2006 51,415 miles

Rear Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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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G215 XNM is a 1990 Suzuki GS500 in Yellow with a 487cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 G215 XNM, 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 G215 XNM registered?

G215 XNM is a 1990 Suzuki GS500, first registered on 11 April 1990.

Is G215 XNM safe to buy?

The MOT history for G215 XNM shows 12 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.

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