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G177 LET

1990 Suzuki GS500E

Black Petrol 497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jul 2016
Tests11 (6 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate54.5%

Mileage

17,143 mi
Last recorded17,143 miles
Recorded on29 Jun 2015
Typical for 1990 Suzuki GS500E27,770 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG177 LET
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS500E
Year1990
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine497cc

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MOT History

6 pass 5 fail
Pass 29 Jun 2015 17,143 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2015 17,143 miles

Centre Front Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 3 Jul 2014 35,146 miles
Fail 3 Jul 2014 35,146 miles

Front Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.6)

Pass 15 Jul 2013 33,037 miles

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

front tyre worn slightly uneven

Fail 5 Jul 2013 33,036 miles

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

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

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

front tyre worn slightly uneven

Fail 14 Apr 2012 31,340 miles

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.2.B3b)

Pass 14 Apr 2012 31,340 miles

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.2.B3b)

Pass 16 Apr 2011 29,642 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

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

Fail 16 Apr 2011 29,600 miles

Front Brake caliper(s) securing bolt(s) missing (3.2.A1j)

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

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

Pass 16 Apr 2010 29,630 miles

How Reliable is the Suzuki GS500E?

Based on 2,277 MOT tests across 304 vehicles.

77.2%
Pass Rate
773
Miles/Year
37
Year Lifespan
304
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 90
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 41
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 41
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 40
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 39
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G177 LET is a 1990 Suzuki GS500E in Black with a 497cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 54.5%.

Across all 1990 Suzuki GS500E models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.7% with a typical mileage of 27,770 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 GS500E fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 90 recorded failures. If you're considering buying G177 LET, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki GS500E typically stays on UK roads for around 37 years. At 36 years old, this Suzuki GS500E is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was G177 LET registered?

G177 LET is a 1990 Suzuki GS500E, first registered on 5 January 1990.

Is G177 LET safe to buy?

The MOT history for G177 LET shows 11 tests with a 54.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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