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J101 KTJ

1991 Suzuki GS500E

Blue Petrol 487cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jun 2010
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

52,710 mi
Last recorded52,710 miles
Recorded on30 Jun 2009
Typical for 1991 Suzuki GS500E37,674 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ101 KTJ
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS500E
Year1991
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine487cc
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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Jun 2009 52,710 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2009 52,710 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

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

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

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

Pass 6 Jan 2007 52,146 miles

Full vin recorded as GM51A-103019

Fail 30 Dec 2006 52,111 miles

Front Brake disc(s) excessively worn (3.2.A1l)

Front Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Front Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

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

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

rear tyre near legal limits

slight movement in gear linkage

Pass 22 Apr 2006 50,036 miles

How Reliable is the Suzuki GS500E?

Based on 2,277 MOT tests across 304 vehicles.

77.2%
Pass Rate
773
Miles/Year
37
Year Lifespan
304
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 90
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 41
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 41
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 40
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 39
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J101 KTJ is a 1991 Suzuki GS500E in Blue with a 487cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 1991 Suzuki GS500E models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.3% with a typical mileage of 37,674 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 GS500E fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 90 recorded failures. If you're considering buying J101 KTJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki GS500E typically stays on UK roads for around 37 years. At 35 years old, this Suzuki GS500E is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was J101 KTJ registered?

J101 KTJ is a 1991 Suzuki GS500E, first registered on 1 August 1991.

Is J101 KTJ safe to buy?

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