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G429 VTA

1990 Suzuki GS500

Black Petrol 487cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Sep 2015
Tests9 (5 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate55.6%

Mileage

40,431 mi
Last recorded40,431 miles
Recorded on4 Sep 2014
Typical for 1990 Suzuki GS50032,723 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG429 VTA
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS500
Year1990
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine487cc

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MOT History

5 pass 4 fail
Pass 4 Sep 2014 40,431 miles
Fail 4 Sep 2014 40,431 miles

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 27 Aug 2013 39,653 miles
Fail 27 Aug 2013 39,653 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i)) DANGEROUS

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a) DANGEROUS

Fail 23 Aug 2012 37,835 miles

Front Floor brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.C2d)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

bar end loose

speedo cable mounting insecure

Pass 23 Aug 2012 37,835 miles

Front Floor brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.C2d)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

bar end loose

speedo cable mounting insecure

Pass 31 Aug 2011 36,559 miles

Front suspension assembly has slight free play between the sliding members (2.3.4)

Fail 31 Aug 2011 36,559 miles

Front Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Front suspension assembly has slight free play between the sliding members (2.3.4)

chain adjuster loose

Pass 28 Aug 2010 32,771 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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G429 VTA is a 1990 Suzuki GS500 in Black with a 487cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 55.6%.

Across all 1990 Suzuki GS500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.5% with a typical mileage of 32,723 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 G429 VTA, 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 36 years old, this Suzuki GS500 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was G429 VTA registered?

G429 VTA is a 1990 Suzuki GS500, first registered on 19 March 1990.

Is G429 VTA safe to buy?

The MOT history for G429 VTA shows 9 tests with a 55.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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