MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
52,636 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Fuel tank slightly loose (6.1.3 (a) (i))
Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced frame and swingarm (6.1.1 (c) (i))
Brake pad(s) contaminated front pads contaminated by fork oil (1.1.13 (b))
Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak fork seals (5.3.2 (b))
Drive chain so worn it is likely to fail (6.1.7 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS
Fuel tank slightly loose (6.1.3 (a) (i))
Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced frame and swingarm (6.1.1 (c) (i))
Rear Brake reaction bracket securing bolt(s) loose (3.2.A1j)
Rear Brake reaction bracket securing bolt(s) loose (3.2.A1j)
Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)
chain and sprockets near end of life
Centre Fuel tank leaking (7.2.1a)
Centre Rear Rear suspension bush has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))
Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)
Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))
Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
How Reliable is the Suzuki GS500?
Based on 55,003 MOT tests across 6,013 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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J455 PTA is a 1992 Suzuki GS500 in Purple with a 487cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.
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 J455 PTA, 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.
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What year was J455 PTA registered?
J455 PTA is a 1992 Suzuki GS500, first registered on 18 June 1992.
Is J455 PTA safe to buy?
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