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J230 GMK

1991 Suzuki GS500

Blue Petrol 487cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Dec 2016
Tests5 (5 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

47,414 mi
Last recorded47,414 miles
Recorded on18 Dec 2015
Typical for 1991 Suzuki GS50031,480 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ230 GMK
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS500
Year1991
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine487cc

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MOT History

5 pass
Pass 18 Dec 2015 47,414 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Pass 25 Jul 2014 47,257 miles

Front Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

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

Pass 23 Aug 2013 46,875 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Registration plate background cut down

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

nearside footrest bent

Pass 19 Aug 2010 43,801 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2006 41,546 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

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

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

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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J230 GMK is a 1991 Suzuki GS500 in Blue with a 487cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 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 J230 GMK, 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 J230 GMK registered?

J230 GMK is a 1991 Suzuki GS500, first registered on 19 August 1991.

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