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G255 ALB

1990 Suzuki GS500E

Blue Petrol 500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 May 2007
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

30,929 mi
Last recorded30,929 miles
Recorded on12 May 2006
Typical for 1990 Suzuki GS500E27,770 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG255 ALB
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS500E
Year1990
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine500cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 May 2006 30,929 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2006 30,929 miles

Front Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.3)

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Brake reaction bracket securing bolt(s) missing (3.2.A1j) DANGEROUS

Front Brake pad(s) contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k) DANGEROUS

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

Front Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c) DANGEROUS

How Reliable is the Suzuki GS500E?

Based on 2,277 MOT tests across 304 vehicles.

77.2%
Pass Rate
773
Miles/Year
37
Year Lifespan
304
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 90
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 41
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 41
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 40
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 39
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G255 ALB is a 1990 Suzuki GS500E in Blue with a 500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1990 Suzuki GS500E models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.7% with a typical mileage of 27,770 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 GS500E fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 90 recorded failures. If you're considering buying G255 ALB, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki GS500E typically stays on UK roads for around 37 years. At 36 years old, this Suzuki GS500E is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of G255 ALB?

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What year was G255 ALB registered?

G255 ALB is a 1990 Suzuki GS500E, first registered on 1 January 1990.

Is G255 ALB safe to buy?

The MOT history for G255 ALB shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does G255 ALB have outstanding finance?

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