MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
46,814 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))
Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)
Fuel tank leaking (7.2.1a)
Headlamp aim too low (1.6)
Rear Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii))
Clutch lever bent (6.2.1g)
Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)
Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)
Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)
Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)
Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)
wiring untidy around lower head stock
Centre Rear Rear suspension component slightly corroded. (2.4.A.1a)
Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)
Front Steering control chaffing between components and not interfering with free movement of steering (2.1.2a)
Fuel tank has been repaired
Lower Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)
Lower Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
Nearside Clutch lever bent (6.2.1g)
Wiring untidy under fairing
Front Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))
Front Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))
Rear Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)
Centre Rear Rear suspension component slightly corroded. (2.4.A.1a)
Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)
Front Steering control chaffing between components and not interfering with free movement of steering (2.1.2a)
Fuel tank has been repaired
Lower Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)
Lower Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
Nearside Clutch lever bent (6.2.1g)
Wiring untidy under fairing
Clutch lever bent (6.2.1g)
Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)
Front Steering control chaffing between components and not interfering with free movement of steering (2.1.2a)
Front wiring needs to be clamped back into fairing
Lower Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)
Lower Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
Rear Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)
Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)
Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)
Clutch lever bent (6.2.1g)
Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)
Front Steering control chaffing between components and not interfering with free movement of steering (2.1.2a)
Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)
Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)
Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)
Clutch lever bent (6.2.1g)
Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)
Front Steering control chaffing between components and not interfering with free movement of steering (2.1.2a)
Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)
Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)
Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)
Rear Locking devices not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h)
Front Lower Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))
Rear Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)
Front Brake lever cannot be applied smoothly (3.1.3d)
Front Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)
Headlamp aim too high (1.6)
Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a) DANGEROUS
Front Roller brake test indicates a severely grabbing brake (3.3.A1b) DANGEROUS
Front Lower Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))
Rear Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)
Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)
Front Clutch lever bent (6.2.1g)
Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))
Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)
Front Clutch lever bent (6.2.1g)
Rear Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)
Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)
Offside Front Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)
Rear Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)
Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)
Rear Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)
Rear Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)
Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)
Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)
rear tyre pressure is low
Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)
Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)
Front Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)
Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))
Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)
Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
How Reliable is the Suzuki GS500?
Based on 55,003 MOT tests across 6,013 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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R166 ADL is a 1997 Suzuki GS500 in Black with a 487cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.7%.
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 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 R166 ADL, 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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R166 ADL is a 1997 Suzuki GS500, first registered on 1 August 1997.
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