MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
51,901 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Offside Steering lock stop ineffective (2.1.3)
Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))
Rear Brake disc(s) excessively worn (3.2.A1l)
Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)
Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)
Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)
many light rusted parts on suspension need oiling and cleaning
Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)
Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)
Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)
Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)
Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)
Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)
Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))
Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))
Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)
Rear position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.3b)
Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)
Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))
Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))
Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)
Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)
Brake lever cannot be applied smoothly (3.1.3d)
Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)
Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)
Rear Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e)
Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)
Offside Handlebar deformed (2.1.1b)
Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
How Reliable is the Suzuki GS500?
Based on 55,003 MOT tests across 6,013 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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R550 KAE is a 1998 Suzuki GS500 in Orange with a 487cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.
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 R550 KAE, 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 R550 KAE registered?
R550 KAE is a 1998 Suzuki GS500, first registered on 27 May 1998.
Is R550 KAE safe to buy?
The MOT history for R550 KAE shows 15 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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