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H343 HFJ

1990 Suzuki GS500

Red Petrol 487cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Jul 2027
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

49,720 mi
Last recorded49,720 miles
Recorded on3 Jul 2026
Typical for 1990 Suzuki GS50032,723 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH343 HFJ
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS500
Year1990
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine487cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Jul 2026 49,720 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2025 46,689 miles

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

Pass 6 Jun 2024 43,133 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2023 39,036 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2022 35,568 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2021 32,437 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2020 28,993 miles
Fail 23 Jun 2020 28,993 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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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H343 HFJ is a 1990 Suzuki GS500 in Red with a 487cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 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 H343 HFJ, 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 H343 HFJ registered?

H343 HFJ is a 1990 Suzuki GS500, first registered on 4 September 1990.

Is H343 HFJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for H343 HFJ shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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