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F719 NDV

1989 Suzuki GS500

Black Petrol 487cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Oct 2017
Tests6 (3 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

51,815 mi
Last recorded51,815 miles
Recorded on12 Oct 2016
Typical for 1989 Suzuki GS50038,808 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF719 NDV
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS500
Year1989
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine487cc

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MOT History

3 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Oct 2016 51,815 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2015 50,972 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2009 46,990 miles
Fail 6 Mar 2009 46,990 miles

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

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

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Headlamp insecure (1.2.3b)

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Rear Hydraulic brake control feels spongy (3.1.4a)

Rear Motorcycle structure insecure and likely to affect the correct functioning of the steering or braking (6.1.1c)

Locking devices not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h) DANGEROUS

Fail 14 Feb 2007 22,244 miles

Front Front suspension has inadequate damping effect. (2.3.6c)

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

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

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

Fail 16 Jan 2007 22,022 miles

Brake pedal has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

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

Front Brake pad(s) contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Front suspension has inadequate damping effect. (2.3.6c)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Registration plate with character(s) which are not of equal width along their entire length (6.3.4a)

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

Rear 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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F719 NDV is a 1989 Suzuki GS500 in Black with a 487cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1989 Suzuki GS500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.5% with a typical mileage of 38,808 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 F719 NDV, 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 37 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 F719 NDV registered?

F719 NDV is a 1989 Suzuki GS500, first registered on 2 June 1989.

Is F719 NDV safe to buy?

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