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R692 DVU

1998 Suzuki GS500

Black Petrol 487cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Apr 2013
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

27,936 mi
Last recorded27,936 miles
Recorded on24 Apr 2012
Typical for 1998 Suzuki GS50024,455 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR692 DVU
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS500
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine487cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Apr 2012 27,936 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 27 Apr 2011 25,241 miles

Exhaust mounting deteriorated. (7.1.1.c)

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

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

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

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

Pass 26 Apr 2010 23,404 miles

Chain and sprockets worn, advise replace.

Disc worn/scored. Advise replace

Exhaust noisey.

drive chain loose and worn. Advise renew.

Pass 30 Apr 2009 21,769 miles

Rear Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

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

Fail 29 Apr 2009 21,769 miles

Front Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.6)

Nearside Front Direction indicator insecure (1.5.3b)

Nearside Front Throttle has a significant change in engine speed whilst moving the steering from lock to lock (2.1.4)

Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Rear Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

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.

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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R692 DVU is a 1998 Suzuki GS500 in Black with a 487cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 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 R692 DVU, 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 R692 DVU registered?

R692 DVU is a 1998 Suzuki GS500, first registered on 2 June 1998.

Is R692 DVU safe to buy?

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