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J471 ROL

1991 Suzuki GS500

Red Petrol 487cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Dec 2017
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

65,348 mi
Last recorded65,348 miles
Recorded on15 Dec 2016
Typical for 1991 Suzuki GS50031,480 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ471 ROL
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS500
Year1991
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine487cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Dec 2016 65,348 miles

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

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

Pass 19 Dec 2015 63,637 miles
Fail 19 Dec 2015 63,637 miles

Front Brake disc(s) friction surface contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instruction/s (4.1.2e)

Pass 16 Jan 2014 63,526 miles

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

Pass 8 Jun 2012 62,716 miles

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

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

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

rear silencer loose

Pass 31 May 2011 62,022 miles

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

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

Pass 26 May 2010 50,836 miles

Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Pass 17 Apr 2009 59,579 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2008 54,971 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 15 Mar 2007 51,145 miles
Fail 8 Mar 2007 51,140 miles

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

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

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

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

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

Exhaust mounting deteriorated. (7.1.1.c)

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

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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J471 ROL is a 1991 Suzuki GS500 in Red with a 487cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 J471 ROL, 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 J471 ROL registered?

J471 ROL is a 1991 Suzuki GS500, first registered on 1 August 1991.

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