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H857 VGN

1991 Suzuki GS500

Red Petrol 487cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jun 2012
Tests6 (6 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

12,960 mi
Last recorded12,960 miles
Recorded on28 Jun 2011
Typical for 1991 Suzuki GS50031,480 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH857 VGN
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS500
Year1991
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine487cc

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MOT History

6 pass
Pass 28 Jun 2011 12,960 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2010 12,639 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Pass 16 Apr 2009 11,456 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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

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

Pass 17 Apr 2008 9,717 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2007 7,569 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2006 7,439 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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H857 VGN is a 1991 Suzuki GS500 in Red with a 487cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 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 H857 VGN, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was H857 VGN registered?

H857 VGN is a 1991 Suzuki GS500, first registered on 8 January 1991.

Is H857 VGN safe to buy?

The MOT history for H857 VGN shows 6 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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