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J696 EHU

1991 Suzuki GS500

Blue Petrol 487cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Mar 2010
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

35,053 mi
Last recorded35,053 miles
Recorded on19 Mar 2009
Typical for 1991 Suzuki GS50031,480 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ696 EHU
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS500
Year1991
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine487cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Mar 2009 35,053 miles

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

Fail 19 Mar 2009 35,053 miles

Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

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

Pass 1 Apr 2008 33,617 miles
Fail 29 Mar 2007 32,560 miles

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

Rear Floor brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.C2c)

Pass 29 Mar 2007 32,560 miles

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

Pass 7 Mar 2006 31,849 miles
Fail 7 Mar 2006 31,849 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.2)

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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J696 EHU is a 1991 Suzuki GS500 in Blue with a 487cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 J696 EHU, 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 J696 EHU registered?

J696 EHU is a 1991 Suzuki GS500, first registered on 10 August 1991.

Is J696 EHU safe to buy?

The MOT history for J696 EHU shows 7 tests with a 57.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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