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J131 EMY

1991 Suzuki GS500

Black Petrol 487cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 May 2018
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

46,810 mi
Last recorded46,810 miles
Recorded on11 May 2017
Typical for 1991 Suzuki GS50031,480 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ131 EMY
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS500
Year1991
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine487cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 May 2017 46,810 miles
Pass 6 May 2016 38,394 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2014 38,332 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 17 May 2013 37,532 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Fail 2 May 2013 37,527 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Rear mono-shock pivot excessively worn (2.4.B.4)

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

Pass 7 Feb 2012 36,401 miles
Fail 27 Jan 2012 36,401 miles

Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Pass 22 Oct 2010 35,564 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2009 33,143 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2008 33,130 miles
Fail 4 Apr 2008 33,128 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front Locking devices not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h)

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

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

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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J131 EMY is a 1991 Suzuki GS500 in Black with a 487cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 J131 EMY, 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 J131 EMY registered?

J131 EMY is a 1991 Suzuki GS500, first registered on 25 September 1991.

Is J131 EMY safe to buy?

The MOT history for J131 EMY shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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