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J849 TBM

1992 Suzuki GS500

Black Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Nov 2026
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

29,652 mi
Last recorded29,652 miles
Recorded on18 Nov 2025
Typical for 1992 Suzuki GS50030,193 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ849 TBM
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS500
Year1992
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Pass 18 Nov 2025 29,652 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 27 Nov 2024 29,282 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake indicates a slightly grabbing brake (1.2.1 (c))

Pass 27 Nov 2023 27,565 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake indicates a slightly grabbing brake (1.2.1 (c))

Fail 17 Nov 2023 27,565 miles

Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen (4.1.2 (a))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake indicates a slightly grabbing brake (1.2.1 (c))

Pass 29 Nov 2022 26,128 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake indicates a slightly grabbing brake (1.2.1 (c))

Headlamp light intensity reduced (4.1.4 (a))

Pass 26 Nov 2021 24,849 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2020 24,765 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 11 Jul 2019 23,827 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2018 23,175 miles

Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Exhaust noisy but not excessive

Pass 14 Jul 2017 21,768 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 8 Jul 2016 17,426 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2015 13,314 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2014 9,670 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Fail 12 Jul 2014 9,667 miles

Front Brake disc(s) friction surface contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

Front Brake lever cannot be applied smoothly (3.1.3d)

Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Offside Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

Steering control handlebar movement restricted by taut cables (2.1.2c)

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Front Roller brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable. (3.3.A2b)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 10 Jun 2013 9,262 miles

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 16 Aug 2012 8,886 miles

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

Pass 22 Aug 2011 8,452 miles

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

Pass 16 Aug 2010 6,917 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2009 5,418 miles
Fail 11 Aug 2009 5,418 miles

Fairings so located that it is likely to impede the steering (2.1.2e)

Pass 12 Aug 2008 4,867 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2006 4,757 miles
Fail 26 Jul 2006 4,753 miles

Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.2)

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
Full Suzuki GS500 reliability report

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J849 TBM is a 1992 Suzuki GS500 in Black with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.6%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 J849 TBM, 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 J849 TBM registered?

J849 TBM is a 1992 Suzuki GS500, first registered on 20 May 1992.

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