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FCA 445X

1982 Suzuki GS500

Silver Petrol 487cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Oct 2026
Tests6 (6 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

61,981 mi
Last recorded61,981 miles
Recorded on7 Oct 2025
4 checks still locked for this Suzuki
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFCA 445X
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS500
Year1982
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine487cc

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MOT History

6 pass
Pass 7 Oct 2025 61,981 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Front visor cracked

fuel cap seal perrished

Pass 13 Sep 2024 60,282 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

fuel seal slightly split

Pass 16 Aug 2023 59,619 miles

Rear Suspension arm pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement swing arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Sep 2021 59,518 miles
Pass 20 May 2019 59,071 miles
Pass 14 May 2018 58,679 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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FCA 445X is a 1982 Suzuki GS500 in Silver with a 487cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 FCA 445X, 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 44 years old, this Suzuki GS500 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was FCA 445X registered?

FCA 445X is a 1982 Suzuki GS500, first registered on 4 February 1982.

Is FCA 445X safe to buy?

The MOT history for FCA 445X shows 6 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does FCA 445X have outstanding finance?

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