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R693 UCW

1998 Suzuki GS500

Red Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Oct 2019
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

20,672 mi
Last recorded20,672 miles
Recorded on29 Oct 2018
Typical for 1998 Suzuki GS50024,455 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR693 UCW
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS500
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Oct 2018 20,672 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 26 Aug 2016 20,663 miles
Pass 6 May 2011 20,572 miles

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

Fail 30 Apr 2011 20,572 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 19 Aug 2008 16,287 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

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

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

Pass 24 Aug 2007 7,960 miles
Fail 22 Aug 2007 7,960 miles

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

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

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

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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R693 UCW is a 1998 Suzuki GS500 in Red with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 R693 UCW, 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 R693 UCW registered?

R693 UCW is a 1998 Suzuki GS500, first registered on 31 March 1998.

Is R693 UCW safe to buy?

The MOT history for R693 UCW shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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