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M232 BVG

1995 Suzuki GS500

Green Petrol 487cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Aug 2015
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

25,289 mi
Last recorded25,289 miles
Recorded on29 Aug 2014
Typical for 1995 Suzuki GS50027,403 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM232 BVG
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS500
Year1995
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine487cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Aug 2014 25,289 miles
Fail 23 Aug 2014 25,289 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Rear Roller brake test indicates brake effort fall disproportional to brake lever or pedal effort (3.3.A1c)

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b)

Pass 14 Sep 2010 24,373 miles
Fail 8 Sep 2010 24,373 miles

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

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Lower Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

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

Throttle has a significant change in engine speed whilst moving the steering from lock to lock (2.1.4)

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Lower Rear suspension bush deteriorated but not excessively (2.4.A2a(i))

Lower Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

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

Upper Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 24 Jul 2009 19,833 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Fail 24 Jul 2009 19,833 miles

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Pass 18 Aug 2008 18,340 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2007 12,650 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2006 8,288 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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M232 BVG is a 1995 Suzuki GS500 in Green with a 487cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 M232 BVG, 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 M232 BVG registered?

M232 BVG is a 1995 Suzuki GS500, first registered on 28 March 1995.

Is M232 BVG safe to buy?

The MOT history for M232 BVG shows 9 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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