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H840 ARH

1991 Suzuki GS500

Black Petrol 487cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Nov 2019
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

51,039 mi
Last recorded51,039 miles
Recorded on1 Nov 2018
Typical for 1991 Suzuki GS50031,480 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH840 ARH
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS500
Year1991
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine487cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 1 Nov 2018 51,039 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2017 49,359 miles
Fail 4 Nov 2017 49,348 miles

Offside Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Pass 4 Nov 2016 47,891 miles
Fail 4 Nov 2016 47,891 miles

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

Pass 19 Aug 2015 44,805 miles

Centre Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 24 Nov 2012 42,430 miles
Fail 20 Nov 2012 42,430 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Front Brake pad(s) contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Pass 30 Nov 2010 40,133 miles
Fail 30 Nov 2010 40,133 miles

Centre Front Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Nearside Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Offside Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Pass 8 Aug 2009 37,263 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2008 33,640 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2007 30,076 miles
Fail 8 Jun 2006 27,025 miles

Front Brake pad(s) contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Pass 8 Jun 2006 27,025 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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H840 ARH is a 1991 Suzuki GS500 in Black with a 487cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1991 Suzuki GS500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.3% with a typical mileage of 31,480 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 H840 ARH, 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 35 years old, this Suzuki GS500 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was H840 ARH registered?

H840 ARH is a 1991 Suzuki GS500, first registered on 9 April 1991.

Is H840 ARH safe to buy?

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