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H912 HNC

1991 Suzuki GS500

Black Petrol 487cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Apr 2017
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

20,088 mi
Last recorded20,088 miles
Recorded on4 Apr 2016
Typical for 1991 Suzuki GS50031,480 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH912 HNC
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS500
Year1991
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine487cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 4 Apr 2016 20,088 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

front disc rusty

slight bind front brake

Pass 30 Jun 2014 20,082 miles

Front Brake lever pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Fail 27 Jun 2014 20,080 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.A1a)

Front Brake lever pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Fail 11 Jul 2013 19,953 miles

Handlebar mounting slightly deteriorated (2.1.1d)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

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

Pass 11 Jul 2013 19,953 miles

Handlebar mounting slightly deteriorated (2.1.1d)

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

Pass 16 May 2012 19,451 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2011 18,782 miles

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

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

Pass 1 Mar 2010 16,802 miles
Fail 18 Feb 2010 16,783 miles

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

Pass 16 Feb 2009 14,469 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2008 13,530 miles
Fail 21 Feb 2008 13,530 miles

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

Pass 15 May 2006 11,297 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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H912 HNC is a 1991 Suzuki GS500 in Black with a 487cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 H912 HNC, 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 H912 HNC registered?

H912 HNC is a 1991 Suzuki GS500, first registered on 1 May 1991.

Is H912 HNC safe to buy?

The MOT history for H912 HNC shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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