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M226 FGN

1995 Suzuki GS500

Green Petrol 487cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Aug 2016
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

37,198 mi
Last recorded37,198 miles
Recorded on4 Aug 2015
Typical for 1995 Suzuki GS50027,403 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM226 FGN
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS500
Year1995
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine487cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 Aug 2015 37,198 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2014 28,061 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2011 20,556 miles

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

Fail 28 Jul 2011 20,556 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.2a(i))

Oil leak

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

Pass 24 Aug 2010 19,060 miles

Headlamp main beam warning lamp not working

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

Fail 20 Aug 2010 19,060 miles

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

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

Rear Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii))

Headlamp main beam warning lamp not working

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

Pass 20 Aug 2009 18,650 miles
Fail 4 Aug 2008 18,434 miles

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

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

Pass 4 Aug 2008 18,434 miles

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

Pass 27 Jul 2007 17,678 miles

Headlamp main beam warning lamp not working

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 14 Aug 2006 17,452 miles

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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M226 FGN is a 1995 Suzuki GS500 in Green with a 487cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 1995 Suzuki GS500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.7% with a typical mileage of 27,403 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 M226 FGN, 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 31 years old, this Suzuki GS500 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was M226 FGN registered?

M226 FGN is a 1995 Suzuki GS500, first registered on 12 July 1995.

Is M226 FGN safe to buy?

The MOT history for M226 FGN shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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