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G311 MKH

1989 Suzuki GS500

Black Petrol 487cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Jul 2016
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

31,511 mi
Last recorded31,511 miles
Recorded on31 Jul 2015
Typical for 1989 Suzuki GS50038,808 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG311 MKH
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS500
Year1989
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine487cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 31 Jul 2015 31,511 miles

rear brake snatching slightly

top yoke rubber bushes worn (border line pass)

Pass 1 Aug 2014 29,912 miles

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

Pass 23 Jul 2013 27,678 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2012 25,803 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2011 25,464 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2009 21,239 miles

Front Handlebar mounting slightly deteriorated (2.1.1d)

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

Pass 23 Apr 2008 17,978 miles
Pass 9 May 2006 17,705 miles
Fail 6 May 2006 17,705 miles

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

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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G311 MKH is a 1989 Suzuki GS500 in Black with a 487cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 G311 MKH, 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 G311 MKH registered?

G311 MKH is a 1989 Suzuki GS500, first registered on 13 October 1989.

Is G311 MKH safe to buy?

The MOT history for G311 MKH shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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