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R544 GYG

1998 Suzuki GS500

Black Petrol 487cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Aug 2017
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

13,144 mi
Last recorded13,144 miles
Recorded on3 Aug 2016
Typical for 1998 Suzuki GS50024,455 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR544 GYG
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS500
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine487cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 3 Aug 2016 13,144 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2015 12,348 miles
Fail 3 Jul 2015 12,345 miles

Fuel tank leaking (7.2.1a)

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

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Pass 1 Jul 2014 12,080 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2014 12,080 miles

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

Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.2a(i))

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

Pass 9 Jul 2013 11,956 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2012 11,810 miles

fuel tank is corroded

Fail 23 Jun 2011 11,702 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Pass 23 Jun 2011 11,702 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2010 11,533 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2010 11,533 miles

Front Tyre has a lump caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii))

Headlamp aim headlamp deteriorated and function impaired (1.2.3a)

Pass 2 Jul 2009 11,054 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2008 10,331 miles

front brake binding slightly

poor beam image from headlamp

Pass 27 Jun 2007 10,235 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2007 10,235 miles

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

Offside Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Pass 24 May 2006 9,734 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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R544 GYG is a 1998 Suzuki GS500 in Black with a 487cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 R544 GYG, 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 R544 GYG registered?

R544 GYG is a 1998 Suzuki GS500, first registered on 26 May 1998.

Is R544 GYG safe to buy?

The MOT history for R544 GYG shows 16 tests with a 68.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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