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G841 GUX

1989 Suzuki GS500

White Petrol 487cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Sep 2026
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

57,032 mi
Last recorded57,032 miles
Recorded on13 Aug 2025
Typical for 1989 Suzuki GS50038,808 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG841 GUX
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS500
Year1989
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine487cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Aug 2025 57,032 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 8 Aug 2024 54,723 miles

Rear Lower Suspension arm ball joint worn, but not excessively front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Aug 2023 52,167 miles

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 31 Aug 2022 49,343 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2021 47,745 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2020 45,614 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2019 43,153 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2018 36,543 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2017 33,461 miles

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

Pass 23 Aug 2016 29,217 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2015 26,848 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2014 24,754 miles

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

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

Pass 15 Aug 2013 21,859 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Free play in clutch lever

Pass 1 Sep 2012 19,930 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2011 18,691 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2010 18,236 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2009 17,690 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 29 Aug 2008 17,354 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2007 17,207 miles
Fail 30 Aug 2007 17,207 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 31 Aug 2006 16,936 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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G841 GUX is a 1989 Suzuki GS500 in White with a 487cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

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 G841 GUX, 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 G841 GUX registered?

G841 GUX is a 1989 Suzuki GS500, first registered on 23 August 1989.

Is G841 GUX safe to buy?

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