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R441 WOC

1998 Suzuki GS500

Blue Petrol 487cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 May 2019
Tests17 (11 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate64.7%

Mileage

10 mi
Last recorded10 miles
Recorded on9 May 2018
Typical for 1998 Suzuki GS50024,455 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR441 WOC
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS500
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine487cc

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MOT History

11 pass 6 fail
Pass 9 May 2018 10 miles
Fail 8 May 2018 6 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

wiring inseure

Pass 4 Apr 2017 34,783 miles

Central Lower Rear suspension bearing has slight free play shock/ swingingarm linkage bearings as std (2.4.A2a(i))

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

Offside Rear Exhaust noisy slightly more than std (7.1.2)

Pass 4 Jun 2015 33,324 miles
Fail 8 Jul 2014 31,738 miles

Rear Brake reaction bracket securing bolt(s) loose (3.2.A1j)

Pass 8 Jul 2014 31,738 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2013 29,244 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Fail 21 Jan 2012 29,221 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 21 Jan 2012 29,221 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2010 28,801 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2009 27,415 miles

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

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

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

Pass 28 Jul 2009 27,415 miles

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

Fail 7 Jul 2009 27,406 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

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

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

Pass 30 Jun 2008 22,248 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2007 14,547 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2007 14,547 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 10 Jul 2006 11,207 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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R441 WOC is a 1998 Suzuki GS500 in Blue with a 487cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.7%.

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 R441 WOC, 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 R441 WOC registered?

R441 WOC is a 1998 Suzuki GS500, first registered on 22 January 1998.

Is R441 WOC safe to buy?

The MOT history for R441 WOC shows 17 tests with a 64.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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