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R428 LWO

1998 Suzuki GS500

Black Petrol 487cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Oct 2017
Tests13 (8 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate61.5%

Mileage

14,843 mi
Last recorded14,843 miles
Recorded on7 Oct 2016
Typical for 1998 Suzuki GS50024,455 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR428 LWO
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS500
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine487cc

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MOT History

8 pass 5 fail
Pass 7 Oct 2016 14,843 miles
Fail 6 Oct 2016 14,843 miles

Front Brake hose is likely to be fouled or trapped by moving parts (3.2.B2c) DANGEROUS

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 15 Jun 2015 14,558 miles

Nearside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 20 Feb 2013 10,199 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2010 9,959 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2010 9,959 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Fail 6 Apr 2009 9,939 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

Pass 6 Apr 2009 9,939 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Pass 22 Apr 2008 9,838 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

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

Pass 17 Apr 2007 9,615 miles
Fail 17 Apr 2007 9,615 miles

Front Steering control handlebar movement restricted by taut cables (2.1.2c)

Steering control handlebar movement restricted by cables caught on a projection (2.1.2c)

Pass 25 Apr 2006 8,221 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2006 8,221 miles

Front Headlamp aim beam image kick-up is to the offside (1.6.1)

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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R428 LWO is a 1998 Suzuki GS500 in Black with a 487cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.5%.

Across all 1998 Suzuki GS500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.6% with a typical mileage of 24,455 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 R428 LWO, 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 28 years old, this Suzuki GS500 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was R428 LWO registered?

R428 LWO is a 1998 Suzuki GS500, first registered on 20 March 1998.

Is R428 LWO safe to buy?

The MOT history for R428 LWO shows 13 tests with a 61.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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