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J346 LTA

1991 Suzuki GS500E

Blue Petrol 487cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Oct 2015
Tests10 (6 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

47,630 mi
Last recorded47,630 miles
Recorded on15 Oct 2014
Typical for 1991 Suzuki GS500E37,674 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ346 LTA
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS500E
Year1991
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine487cc

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MOT History

6 pass 4 fail
Pass 15 Oct 2014 47,630 miles

Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.5.1b)

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

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.5.1b)

Fail 14 Oct 2014 47,626 miles

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

Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.5.1b)

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

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.5.1b)

Pass 17 Oct 2013 45,570 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2012 42,823 miles

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

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

front suspension/fork brace/ bolts missing

n/s rear position light not working /other is ok

oil leak /engine

Fail 27 Jul 2012 42,819 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d) DANGEROUS

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

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

chain adjusters incorrectly fitted

front suspension/fork brace/ bolts missing

n/s rear position light not working /other is ok

oil leak /engine

Pass 25 Jun 2011 41,325 miles
Fail 25 Jun 2011 41,325 miles

Rear Exhaust mounting does not fully support the exhaust system (7.1.1.c)

Pass 12 Jun 2010 38,686 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2010 38,686 miles

Rear Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 26 Jun 2009 36,661 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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J346 LTA is a 1991 Suzuki GS500E in Blue with a 487cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 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 J346 LTA, 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.

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What year was J346 LTA registered?

J346 LTA is a 1991 Suzuki GS500E, first registered on 1 August 1991.

Is J346 LTA safe to buy?

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