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G374 VJV

1989 Suzuki GS500

Red Petrol 500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Aug 2022
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

45,859 mi
Last recorded45,859 miles
Recorded on27 Aug 2021
Typical for 1989 Suzuki GS50038,808 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG374 VJV
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS500
Year1989
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine500cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Aug 2021 45,859 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2017 45,830 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 19 Mar 2016 45,696 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2015 44,722 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2012 44,591 miles
Fail 24 May 2012 44,581 miles

Front Brake disc(s) excessively pitted (3.2.A1l)

Front suspension has inadequate damping effect. (2.3.6c)

Nearside Front Direction indicator insecure (1.5.3b)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator insecure (1.5.3b)

Rear position lamp insecure (1.1.1c)

Rear reflector on motorcycle incorrectly positioned (1.4.2d)

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

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

Registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the steering (2.5.1)

Front Hydraulic brake control feels spongy (3.1.4a) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Locking devices not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h) DANGEROUS

All position lamps slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.3b)

Clutch lever shortened. (6.2.1g)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front Brake disc(s) is slightly distorted (3.2.A1m)

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

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

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

front and rear tyres showing slight cracking in the tread lands and side walls.

Fail 29 Sep 2011 44,571 miles

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

Nearside Direction indicators flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.5.1c)

Nearside Front Fairings insecure and likely to impede the steering (2.1.2e)

Offside Exhaust has part of the system missing (7.1.1a)

Offside Front Direction indicator insecure (1.5.3b)

Offside Front Fairings insecure and likely to impede the steering (2.1.2e)

Rear Rear shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.4.A.1c)

Nearside Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d) DANGEROUS

Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Brake pipe union leaking fluid (3.2.B4) DANGEROUS

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

Gear lever loose

Nail in rear tyre

Fail 22 Jul 2010 39,634 miles

Clutch lever shortened. (6.2.1g)

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

Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

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

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

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

Rear Floor brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.C2d)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

general vehicle condition is poor

Pass 22 Jul 2010 39,634 miles

Clutch lever shortened. (6.2.1g)

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

Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

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

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

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

Rear Floor brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.C2d)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

general vehicle condition is poor

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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G374 VJV is a 1989 Suzuki GS500 in Red with a 500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 G374 VJV, 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 G374 VJV registered?

G374 VJV is a 1989 Suzuki GS500, first registered on 27 September 1989.

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