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H508 HPE

1990 Suzuki GS500

Black Petrol 487cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Oct 2019
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

39,470 mi
Last recorded39,470 miles
Recorded on31 Oct 2018
Typical for 1990 Suzuki GS50032,723 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH508 HPE
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS500
Year1990
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine487cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 31 Oct 2018 39,470 miles

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 29 Jul 2017 31,327 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Rear Drive chain sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

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

Pass 28 Apr 2016 28,670 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

o/s of two, rear brakelights not working

Pass 26 Aug 2014 28,199 miles

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

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 20 Sep 2012 27,937 miles

Fairings insecure but not likely to impede the steering (2.1.2e)

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

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

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

offside rear foot peg pin locking device missing

Fail 11 Sep 2012 27,937 miles

Exhaust mounting does not fully support the exhaust system (7.1.1.c)

Offside Rear Direction indicator insecure (1.5.3b)

Fairings insecure but not likely to impede the steering (2.1.2e)

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

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

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

offside rear foot peg pin locking device missing

Pass 22 Sep 2011 26,974 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Fail 22 Sep 2011 26,974 miles

Front Brake component has restricted free movement and operation is likely to be impeded (3.2.A1h)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Pass 10 Sep 2010 25,605 miles

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

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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H508 HPE is a 1990 Suzuki GS500 in Black with a 487cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 H508 HPE, 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.

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What year was H508 HPE registered?

H508 HPE is a 1990 Suzuki GS500, first registered on 31 October 1990.

Is H508 HPE safe to buy?

The MOT history for H508 HPE shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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