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R534 YPO

1998 Suzuki GS500

Black Petrol 487cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Mar 2015
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

59,355 mi
Last recorded59,355 miles
Recorded on17 Mar 2014
Typical for 1998 Suzuki GS50024,455 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR534 YPO
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS500
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine487cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Mar 2014 59,355 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Rear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive (2.4.B.4)

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 12 Mar 2013 59,151 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Pass 14 Mar 2012 57,106 miles

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

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 17 Mar 2011 54,792 miles

Rear Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 4 Feb 2010 53,498 miles
Fail 12 Nov 2009 53,498 miles

Front Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Front Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

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

Rear Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

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

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

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

Pass 13 Nov 2008 50,363 miles

Rear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive (2.4.B.4)

Pass 6 Nov 2007 43,250 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 3 Nov 2006 39,995 miles
Fail 16 Oct 2006 39,989 miles

Front Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

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

Front Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1b)

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

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

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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R534 YPO is a 1998 Suzuki GS500 in Black with a 487cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 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 R534 YPO, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R534 YPO registered?

R534 YPO is a 1998 Suzuki GS500, first registered on 6 July 1998.

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