MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
24,987 miAbove average mileage for this year
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Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))
rear brake slightly spongy
front brake lever travel borderine pass
Front An item not tested (Manual)
Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)
Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a) DANGEROUS
Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d)
Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.6)
Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instruction/s (4.1.2e)
Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)
Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)
Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)
Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)
Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)
How Reliable is the Suzuki GS500E?
Based on 2,277 MOT tests across 304 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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R509 FEX is a 1997 Suzuki GS500E in Red with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.
Across all 1997 Suzuki GS500E models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.8% with a typical mileage of 21,645 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 GS500E fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 90 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R509 FEX, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.
The Suzuki GS500E typically stays on UK roads for around 37 years. At 29 years old, this Suzuki GS500E is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.
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What year was R509 FEX registered?
R509 FEX is a 1997 Suzuki GS500E, first registered on 31 December 1997.
Is R509 FEX safe to buy?
The MOT history for R509 FEX shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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