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L898 DNP

1997 Suzuki GS500

Purple Petrol 487cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jul 2023
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

15,945 mi
Last recorded15,945 miles
Recorded on8 Jul 2022
Typical for 1997 Suzuki GS50026,370 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL898 DNP
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS500
Year1997
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine487cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Jul 2022 15,945 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2021 15,894 miles
Pass 26 May 2020 15,785 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2019 15,549 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2016 15,546 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2015 12,053 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

rear tyre plugged

Pass 29 Jun 2013 11,922 miles
Pass 26 May 2012 11,175 miles

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

Pass 27 Apr 2011 9,328 miles
Fail 18 Aug 2009 9,286 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 18 Aug 2009 9,286 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2008 9,188 miles

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.2.B2a)

Pass 9 Aug 2007 9,127 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2006 8,851 miles

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

Pass 5 Aug 2005 7,724 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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L898 DNP is a 1997 Suzuki GS500 in Purple with a 487cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

Across all 1997 Suzuki GS500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.9% with a typical mileage of 26,370 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 L898 DNP, 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 29 years old, this Suzuki GS500 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was L898 DNP registered?

L898 DNP is a 1997 Suzuki GS500, first registered on 2 April 1997.

Is L898 DNP safe to buy?

The MOT history for L898 DNP shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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