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T290 GJB

1999 Suzuki GS500

Green Petrol 500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Mar 2019
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

24,735 mi
Last recorded24,735 miles
Recorded on12 Mar 2018
Typical for 1999 Suzuki GS50024,191 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT290 GJB
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS500
Year1999
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine500cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Mar 2018 24,735 miles
Fail 12 Mar 2018 24,735 miles

Front wheel spindle securing nut(s) loose (2.3.3a) DANGEROUS

Pass 13 Mar 2017 22,288 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2015 21,471 miles
Fail 18 Nov 2015 21,471 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

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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T290 GJB is a 1999 Suzuki GS500 in Green with a 500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 1999 Suzuki GS500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.1% with a typical mileage of 24,191 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 T290 GJB, 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 27 years old, this Suzuki GS500 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was T290 GJB registered?

T290 GJB is a 1999 Suzuki GS500, first registered on 1 April 1999.

Is T290 GJB safe to buy?

The MOT history for T290 GJB shows 5 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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