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NVO 228W

1981 Suzuki GS500

Black Petrol 487cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Aug 2007
Tests4 (1 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate25%

Mileage

43,997 mi
Last recorded43,997 miles
Recorded on20 Feb 2007
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNVO 228W
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS500
Year1981
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine487cc

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MOT History

1 pass 3 fail
Fail 20 Feb 2007 43,997 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d) DANGEROUS

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e) DANGEROUS

Front Locking device(s) not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h) DANGEROUS

Front suspension has inadequate damping effect. (2.3.6c) DANGEROUS

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

Rear Brake pedal pivots excessively worn (3.1.3a) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake reaction bracket securing bolt(s) loose (3.2.A1j) DANGEROUS

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e) DANGEROUS

Rear Footrest insecure (6.2.1a) DANGEROUS

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a) DANGEROUS

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the steering (2.5.1) DANGEROUS

Oil leak

frame corroded under seat area!

front brake fluid near minimum lower level!

front tyre tread depth 1.8mm in certain places!

head race bearing cover plastic broken!

headlight warning tell tale lights up on dipped headlight!

no speedo or rev counter cables fitted!

Pass 18 Aug 2006 43,997 miles
Fail 11 Aug 2006 43,997 miles

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

Rear Drive chain fouling another component (6.2.1d)

Front Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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

Fail 20 Mar 2006 59,400 miles

Front Headlamp insecure (1.2.3b)

Front Horn control defective (1.7.2a)

Front Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

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

Rear Brake disc(s) excessively worn (3.2.A1l)

Rear Rear suspension has corrosion which reduces the strength of a load bearing member or its supporting structure. (2.4.A.2d)

Front Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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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NVO 228W is a 1981 Suzuki GS500 in Black with a 487cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 25%.

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 NVO 228W, 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 45 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 NVO 228W registered?

NVO 228W is a 1981 Suzuki GS500, first registered on 30 March 1981.

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