MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
33,869 miAbove average mileage for this year
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Front Brake disc contaminated (1.1.14 (b))
Front Brake lining(s) contaminated (1.1.13 (b))
Front Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
Exhaust silencer likely to become detached (8.1.1 (b) (ii))
Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
rear tyre side walls show signs of perishing
Front Brake disc contaminated (1.1.14 (b))
Front Wheel spindle locking device missing (5.2.1 (d))
Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the steering (2.4 (a))
rear tyre side walls show signs of perishing
Front Brake pad(s) contaminated (1.1.13 (b))
Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))
Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the steering chain adjustment incorrect (2.4 (a))
Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS
Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
Fuel tank slightly loose (6.1.3 (a) (i))
Rear Mudguard insecure
Rear Brake component is slightly corroded (3.1.5)
Rear Rear suspension bush has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))
Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))
Rear suspension bush has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i)) DANGEROUS
How Reliable is the Suzuki GS500?
Based on 55,003 MOT tests across 6,013 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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R213 BCV is a 1997 Suzuki GS500 in Black with a 487cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 44.4%.
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 R213 BCV, 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 R213 BCV registered?
R213 BCV is a 1997 Suzuki GS500, first registered on 6 August 1997.
Is R213 BCV safe to buy?
The MOT history for R213 BCV shows 9 tests with a 44.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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