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J177 JRV

1992 Suzuki GS500

Red Petrol 487cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Aug 2022
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

824 mi
Last recorded824 miles
Recorded on6 Aug 2021
Typical for 1992 Suzuki GS50030,193 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ177 JRV
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS500
Year1992
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine487cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 6 Aug 2021 824 miles

front brake lever when has little reserve travel

Fail 6 Aug 2021 824 miles

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements registration plate not as vertical as possible (0.1 (d))

front brake lever when has little reserve travel

Pass 30 Jul 2020 768 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 29 Jul 2020 765 miles

Front Steering headbearing has excessive wear or free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Rear Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Rear Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))

Rear Suspension component mounting has an unsafe modification (5.3.3 (c) (i))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 26 Apr 2019 33,060 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

chain guard missing

Pass 19 Apr 2018 29,883 miles
Fail 19 Apr 2018 29,883 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 7 Nov 2014 29,707 miles

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

Pass 1 Mar 2013 29,170 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 29 Feb 2012 27,646 miles
Fail 29 Feb 2012 27,646 miles

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Pass 8 Feb 2011 25,915 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2010 25,316 miles
Fail 20 Feb 2010 25,316 miles

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

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

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

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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J177 JRV is a 1992 Suzuki GS500 in Red with a 487cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

Across all 1992 Suzuki GS500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.6% with a typical mileage of 30,193 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 J177 JRV, 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 34 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 J177 JRV registered?

J177 JRV is a 1992 Suzuki GS500, first registered on 1 May 1992.

Is J177 JRV safe to buy?

The MOT history for J177 JRV shows 14 tests with a 64.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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