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H863 VCW

1990 Suzuki GS500

Black Petrol 487cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 May 2027
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

69,992 mi
Last recorded69,992 miles
Recorded on9 May 2026
Typical for 1990 Suzuki GS50032,723 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH863 VCW
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS500
Year1990
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine487cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 May 2026 69,992 miles
Fail 7 May 2026 69,992 miles

Fuel system component leaking excessively or a risk of fire (6.1.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 5 May 2025 69,808 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2020 69,224 miles

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 12 Mar 2009 41,788 miles

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

Fail 4 Mar 2009 41,788 miles

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)

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

Fail 30 Jan 2009 41,774 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (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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H863 VCW is a 1990 Suzuki GS500 in Black with a 487cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 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 H863 VCW, 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 H863 VCW registered?

H863 VCW is a 1990 Suzuki GS500, first registered on 15 August 1990.

Is H863 VCW safe to buy?

The MOT history for H863 VCW shows 7 tests with a 57.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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