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R584 BOF

1998 Suzuki GS500

Blue Petrol 487cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Sep 2022
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

16,677 mi
Last recorded16,677 miles
Recorded on13 Sep 2021
Typical for 1998 Suzuki GS50024,455 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR584 BOF
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS500
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine487cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Sep 2021 16,677 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit approx 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Fuel hose damaged but not to excess tank hoses perishing (6.1.3 (c) (ii))

Offside Front indicator damaged but function ok

Fail 13 Sep 2021 16,677 miles

Headlamp aim projected beam image obviously incorrect dip/main reversed-with switch in dip position light has poor intensity and slow to illuminate (4.1.2 (c))

Rear Brake rod insecure torque arm has split pin missing from securing nut (1.1.15 (c))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit approx 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Fuel hose damaged but not to excess tank hoses perishing (6.1.3 (c) (ii))

Offside Front indicator damaged but function ok

Pass 15 May 2020 16,648 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2018 14,666 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2012 14,607 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2011 14,046 miles

Front brake not very smooth but works well

Pass 24 Jul 2010 12,974 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2009 12,752 miles
Fail 23 Jun 2009 12,752 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 28 Jun 2008 12,657 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 26 May 2007 12,372 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2006 11,301 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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R584 BOF is a 1998 Suzuki GS500 in Blue with a 487cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 R584 BOF, 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 R584 BOF registered?

R584 BOF is a 1998 Suzuki GS500, first registered on 17 June 1998.

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