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R265 NGM

1997 Suzuki GS500

Blue Petrol 487cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Aug 2021
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

37,392 mi
Last recorded37,392 miles
Recorded on11 Aug 2020
Typical for 1997 Suzuki GS50026,370 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR265 NGM
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS500
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine487cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Aug 2020 37,392 miles

Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively both front and rear (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 6 Aug 2019 36,605 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2018 35,380 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2017 34,084 miles

Front brake slight bind

Pass 23 Aug 2016 32,512 miles
Fail 10 Jun 2016 32,449 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Pass 26 May 2015 30,795 miles
Pass 28 May 2014 29,351 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Fail 27 May 2014 29,350 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 28 May 2013 27,740 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

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

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

front mudguard split

Pass 29 May 2012 26,251 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Fail 29 May 2012 26,251 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 12 May 2011 24,832 miles

Front mudguard damaged

Rear Lower Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 1 Jun 2010 24,052 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 4 Jun 2009 23,655 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 29 May 2008 23,203 miles

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

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 24 May 2007 22,756 miles

Rear suspension bearing deteriorated but not excessively (2.4A.2a(i))

Pass 31 Jul 2006 22,199 miles

Center stand, slow in returning

Motorcycle structure slightly damaged (6.1.1a)

Oil leak

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

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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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R265 NGM is a 1997 Suzuki GS500 in Blue with a 487cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 R265 NGM, 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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R265 NGM is a 1997 Suzuki GS500, first registered on 15 September 1997.

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