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R258 VOK

1997 Suzuki GS500

Blue Petrol 487cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Sep 2022
Tests21 (15 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

44,308 mi
Last recorded44,308 miles
Recorded on28 Sep 2021
Typical for 1997 Suzuki GS50026,370 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR258 VOK
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS500
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine487cc

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MOT History

15 pass 6 fail
Pass 28 Sep 2021 44,308 miles
Fail 21 Sep 2021 44,301 miles

Rear Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Front Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j)) DANGEROUS

Pass 9 Sep 2020 41,449 miles

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Fail 9 Sep 2020 41,449 miles

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Brake component insecure support bracket had split pin missing on castle nut (1.1.21 (c))

Pass 29 Jan 2019 37,876 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 19 Jan 2018 35,539 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2017 32,670 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2016 28,093 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2014 26,406 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2013 25,857 miles

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

chain slightly loose

Pass 14 Nov 2011 22,969 miles
Fail 14 Nov 2011 22,969 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Pass 15 Nov 2010 17,120 miles
Fail 11 Aug 2010 17,110 miles

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

Rear Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 18 Aug 2009 14,962 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2008 14,433 miles
Fail 5 Aug 2008 14,422 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Pass 10 Aug 2007 13,946 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2006 13,282 miles
Fail 2 Aug 2006 13,282 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Horn is not a constant note (1.7.3c)

Rear Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

Pass 1 Sep 2005 12,824 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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R258 VOK is a 1997 Suzuki GS500 in Blue with a 487cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 R258 VOK, 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 R258 VOK registered?

R258 VOK is a 1997 Suzuki GS500, first registered on 29 November 1997.

Is R258 VOK safe to buy?

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