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G705 VKJ

1990 Suzuki GS500

Red Petrol 487cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Sep 2020
Tests16 (10 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

48,807 mi
Last recorded48,807 miles
Recorded on27 Aug 2019
Typical for 1990 Suzuki GS50032,723 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG705 VKJ
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS500
Year1990
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine487cc

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MOT History

10 pass 6 fail
Pass 27 Aug 2019 48,807 miles
Fail 27 Aug 2019 48,807 miles

Offside Front Brake caliper insecurely mounted and braking performance affected (1.1.16 (c) (ii))

Pass 15 Sep 2018 47,308 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2018 47,308 miles

Central Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 14 Aug 2017 46,086 miles

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

Pass 19 May 2014 44,167 miles

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

Fail 19 May 2014 44,167 miles

Brake pedal cannot be released smoothly (3.1.3d)

Rear Brake master cylinder insecurely mounted (3.2.B1a)

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

Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Pass 16 May 2013 43,187 miles
Fail 16 May 2013 43,187 miles

Brake locking device missing (3.2.A1e)

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

Fail 5 Mar 2013 43,156 miles

Roller brake test Neither brake control achieves an efficiency of 25% (3.3.A2b)

Roller brake test No brake control achieves an efficiency of 30%. (3.3.A2a)

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Pass 13 Jan 2011 40,562 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2010 40,448 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2008 39,628 miles
Fail 24 Sep 2008 39,587 miles

Horn missing (1.7.1)

Nearside Rear Footrest missing (6.2.1a)

Offside Rear Footrest missing (6.2.1a)

Rear Brake locking device missing (3.2.A1e)

Pass 3 Oct 2007 38,994 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2006 38,106 miles

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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G705 VKJ is a 1990 Suzuki GS500 in Red with a 487cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 G705 VKJ, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was G705 VKJ registered?

G705 VKJ is a 1990 Suzuki GS500, first registered on 19 June 1990.

Is G705 VKJ safe to buy?

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