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R706 PST

1998 Suzuki GS500

Blue Petrol 487cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jul 2016
Tests13 (7 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate53.8%

Mileage

21,989 mi
Last recorded21,989 miles
Recorded on31 Jul 2015
Typical for 1998 Suzuki GS50024,455 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR706 PST
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS500
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine487cc

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MOT History

7 pass 6 fail
Pass 31 Jul 2015 21,989 miles

Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Fail 30 Jul 2015 21,987 miles

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

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

Centre stand requires assistance to return to lock position

Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Pass 24 Jun 2014 21,965 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2013 20,814 miles

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

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

Fail 29 Jun 2013 20,814 miles

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

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

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

Pass 16 Aug 2012 20,054 miles

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

Fail 14 Aug 2012 20,054 miles

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

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

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

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

Rear Brake locking device missing (3.2.A1e)

Rear Brake reaction bracket insecure (3.2.A1j)

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

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

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

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

split link on chain fitted wrong way round

Pass 25 Mar 2010 17,189 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Steering movement slightly rough. (2.2.1b)

Fail 25 Mar 2010 17,189 miles

Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Steering movement slightly rough. (2.2.1b)

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1b)

Pass 9 Apr 2009 14,175 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Fail 2 Apr 2009 14,170 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Front Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)

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

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Fail 19 Jul 2007 11,152 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear Brake locking device missing (3.2.A1e)

Pass 19 Jul 2007 11,152 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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R706 PST is a 1998 Suzuki GS500 in Blue with a 487cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 53.8%.

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 R706 PST, 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 R706 PST registered?

R706 PST is a 1998 Suzuki GS500, first registered on 1 January 1998.

Is R706 PST safe to buy?

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