MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
41,351 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)
Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))
Headlamp dipped beam affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.2c)
Headlamp main beam affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.2c)
Nearside Rear Rear suspension bush has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))
Nearside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)
Nearside Front Handlebar mounting slightly deteriorated (2.1.1d)
Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)
Exhaust mounting deteriorated. (7.1.1.c)
Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)
Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)
How Reliable is the Suzuki GS500?
Based on 55,003 MOT tests across 6,013 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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R396 DMV is a 1997 Suzuki GS500 in Blue with a 487cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.
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 R396 DMV, 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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R396 DMV is a 1997 Suzuki GS500, first registered on 11 December 1997.
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