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G998 CRU

1989 Suzuki GS500

Multi-colour Petrol 487cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Oct 2022
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

28,919 mi
Last recorded28,919 miles
Recorded on27 Oct 2021
Typical for 1989 Suzuki GS50038,808 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG998 CRU
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS500
Year1989
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typePetrol
Engine487cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Oct 2021 28,919 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2020 28,683 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2019 28,665 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2018 28,410 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2017 27,504 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2016 26,791 miles

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged slight split (4.1.2c)

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Pass 19 Aug 2015 24,364 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

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

advise key broken off in fuel tank cap but able open and shut securely

ignition switch in poor condition

rubber bump stop on shock absorber under spring deteriorated

Fail 18 Aug 2014 19,042 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

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

Pass 18 Aug 2014 19,042 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

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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G998 CRU is a 1989 Suzuki GS500 in Multi-colour 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 G998 CRU, 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 G998 CRU registered?

G998 CRU is a 1989 Suzuki GS500, first registered on 22 November 1989.

Is G998 CRU safe to buy?

The MOT history for G998 CRU 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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