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G648 RVS

1989 Suzuki GS500

Red Petrol 487cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jun 2010
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

41,292 mi
Last recorded41,292 miles
Recorded on22 May 2009
Typical for 1989 Suzuki GS50038,808 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG648 RVS
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS500
Year1989
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine487cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 May 2009 41,292 miles

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

Clutch lever bent (6.2.1g)

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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

Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Pass 30 May 2008 40,841 miles

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

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

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

front pass light not working

Fail 29 May 2008 40,795 miles

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

Pass light switch does not work.

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

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

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

Pass 18 Jun 2007 39,010 miles

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

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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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G648 RVS is a 1989 Suzuki GS500 in Red with a 487cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 G648 RVS, 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 G648 RVS registered?

G648 RVS is a 1989 Suzuki GS500, first registered on 1 January 1989.

Is G648 RVS safe to buy?

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