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RFL 324X

1981 Suzuki GS500

Black Petrol 549cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 May 2019
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

44,732 mi
Last recorded44,732 miles
Recorded on11 May 2018
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRFL 324X
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS500
Year1981
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine549cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 May 2018 44,732 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2015 44,724 miles
Pass 6 May 2014 44,333 miles
Fail 6 May 2014 44,333 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 12 Apr 2013 44,169 miles
Pass 11 May 2012 44,043 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Offside Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

rear brake slightly binding

rear tyre perishing/cracked on sidewall

torque arm has slight rusting

Pass 17 Mar 2011 43,615 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

tyres showing signs of perishing

Pass 27 Mar 2010 43,520 miles
Fail 12 Mar 2009 42,630 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 12 Mar 2009 42,630 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2008 41,487 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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RFL 324X is a 1981 Suzuki GS500 in Black with a 549cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 RFL 324X, 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.

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How do I check the history of RFL 324X?

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What year was RFL 324X registered?

RFL 324X is a 1981 Suzuki GS500, first registered on 21 October 1981.

Is RFL 324X safe to buy?

The MOT history for RFL 324X shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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