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J843 JCU

1991 Suzuki GS500

Red Petrol 487cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 May 2025
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

42,901 mi
Last recorded42,901 miles
Recorded on29 May 2024
Typical for 1991 Suzuki GS50031,480 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ843 JCU
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS500
Year1991
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine487cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 May 2024 42,901 miles

Rear reflector obviously incorrectly positioned on near side. (4.8.2 (a) (i))

Fail 29 May 2024 42,901 miles

Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Rear reflector obviously incorrectly positioned on near side. (4.8.2 (a) (i))

Pass 10 May 2023 40,426 miles

Gear lever loose

Rear Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))

Pass 6 Oct 2021 39,355 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2019 39,145 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2018 38,779 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2017 38,342 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2016 37,447 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2015 36,053 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Oil leak

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

Pass 19 Jun 2014 35,144 miles

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

Pass 13 Jun 2013 33,761 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2012 31,794 miles

Rear Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

disc to fork leg clearance minimal

Pass 1 Jul 2011 30,338 miles

cannot test fork seals as gaitors fitted

left hand grip not fully secure

Pass 10 Jun 2010 28,001 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2009 23,559 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 5 Jul 2008 22,719 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 19 May 2007 18,340 miles
Pass 8 May 2006 12,371 miles

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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J843 JCU is a 1991 Suzuki GS500 in Red with a 487cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 J843 JCU, 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 J843 JCU registered?

J843 JCU is a 1991 Suzuki GS500, first registered on 5 September 1991.

Is J843 JCU safe to buy?

The MOT history for J843 JCU shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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