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J815 CPW

1992 Suzuki GS500

Purple Petrol 487cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Dec 2016
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

53,873 mi
Last recorded53,873 miles
Recorded on19 Dec 2015
Typical for 1992 Suzuki GS50030,193 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ815 CPW
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS500
Year1992
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine487cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 19 Dec 2015 53,873 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 19 Dec 2015 53,871 miles

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

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 12 Aug 2014 41,428 miles

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

Fail 9 Aug 2014 41,428 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

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))

Pass 8 Aug 2013 40,696 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2012 36,737 miles

exhaust in very poor condition

Fail 3 Aug 2012 36,737 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

exhaust in very poor condition

Pass 1 Aug 2011 31,932 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Lower Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

rear suspension joints dry/rusting

Pass 10 Aug 2010 30,516 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2009 30,169 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 30 Jul 2008 29,428 miles
Fail 30 Jul 2008 29,428 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 23 Sep 2006 29,409 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2005 29,322 miles
Fail 31 Aug 2005 29,322 miles

Front Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

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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J815 CPW is a 1992 Suzuki GS500 in Purple with a 487cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 J815 CPW, 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 J815 CPW registered?

J815 CPW is a 1992 Suzuki GS500, first registered on 1 May 1992.

Is J815 CPW safe to buy?

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