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J615 HOU

1992 Suzuki GS500

Purple Petrol 487cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Aug 2018
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

27,195 mi
Last recorded27,195 miles
Recorded on19 Aug 2017
Typical for 1992 Suzuki GS50030,193 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ615 HOU
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS500
Year1992
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine487cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Aug 2017 27,195 miles

Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Rear suspension slightly corroded (2.4.A.2d)

Pass 12 Sep 2014 25,977 miles

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

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

Fail 10 Sep 2014 25,977 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

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

Pass 17 Jun 2013 24,190 miles

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

Fail 7 Jun 2013 24,175 miles

Offside Handlebar deformed (2.1.1b)

Rear Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 9 Jan 2006 21,020 miles
Fail 9 Jan 2006 21,020 miles

Rear Brake locking device missing (3.2.A1e)

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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J615 HOU is a 1992 Suzuki GS500 in Purple with a 487cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 J615 HOU, 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 J615 HOU registered?

J615 HOU is a 1992 Suzuki GS500, first registered on 1 June 1992.

Is J615 HOU safe to buy?

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