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R339 TLR

1997 Suzuki GS500

Green Petrol 487cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Nov 2017
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

34,285 mi
Last recorded34,285 miles
Recorded on23 Nov 2016
Typical for 1997 Suzuki GS50026,370 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR339 TLR
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS500
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine487cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Nov 2016 34,285 miles

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

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 24 Nov 2015 33,809 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2014 32,542 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2013 28,770 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2012 25,984 miles

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Fail 21 Mar 2012 25,984 miles

Rear An item not tested (Manual)

Rear Brake locking device missing (3.2.A1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 1 Jun 2011 21,662 miles

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

Pass 21 Feb 2009 21,494 miles

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Fail 19 Feb 2009 21,494 miles

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

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Fail 31 Jan 2008 19,924 miles

Throttle has a significant change in engine speed whilst moving the steering from lock to lock (2.1.4)

Pass 31 Jan 2008 19,924 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2007 14,967 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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R339 TLR is a 1997 Suzuki GS500 in Green with a 487cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 R339 TLR, 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 R339 TLR registered?

R339 TLR is a 1997 Suzuki GS500, first registered on 30 August 1997.

Is R339 TLR safe to buy?

The MOT history for R339 TLR shows 12 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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