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J455 PTA

1992 Suzuki GS500

Purple Petrol 487cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Oct 2020
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

52,636 mi
Last recorded52,636 miles
Recorded on26 Mar 2019
Typical for 1992 Suzuki GS50030,193 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ455 PTA
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS500
Year1992
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine487cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 26 Mar 2019 52,636 miles

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))

Fail 19 Mar 2019 52,636 miles

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))

Pass 14 Apr 2018 50,101 miles
Fail 14 Apr 2018 50,101 miles

Rear Brake reaction bracket securing bolt(s) loose (3.2.A1j)

Pass 4 Jun 2010 50,095 miles
Fail 15 Aug 2008 45,544 miles

Rear Brake reaction bracket securing bolt(s) loose (3.2.A1j)

Pass 15 Aug 2008 45,544 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2007 43,958 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2006 41,608 miles

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

chain and sprockets near end of life

Pass 17 Aug 2005 40,408 miles
Fail 2 Aug 2005 40,408 miles

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.

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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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?

The MOT history for J455 PTA shows 11 tests with a 63.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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