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R803 JSF

1998 Suzuki GS500

Black Petrol 487cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 May 2023
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

23,683 mi
Last recorded23,683 miles
Recorded on11 May 2022
Typical for 1998 Suzuki GS50024,455 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Suzuki
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR803 JSF
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS500
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine487cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 May 2022 23,683 miles

Chain guard missing ()

Rear Wheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel arch ()

Pass 9 Jan 2021 23,454 miles
Fail 19 Dec 2020 23,454 miles

Drive chain horseshoe locking device incorrectly fitted (6.1.7 (j) (i))

Rear Steering linkage locking device missing torque arm has no split pin (2.1.3 (d))

Front Suspension component modified so the suspension is inoperative fork stanchions have been painted - forks seize up when under load giving no dampen or rebound (5.3.3 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 18 Apr 2013 8,665 miles

Steering movement slightly rough. (2.2.1a)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 12 Apr 2012 5,781 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2011 5,487 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2010 4,961 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2008 3,588 miles

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

Pass 20 Feb 2007 1,924 miles
Fail 20 Feb 2007 1,924 miles

An item not tested (Manual)

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

REAR PADS WORN ALMOST TO EXCESS.

Pass 20 Feb 2006 1,743 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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R803 JSF is a 1998 Suzuki GS500 in Black with a 487cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 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 R803 JSF, 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 R803 JSF registered?

R803 JSF is a 1998 Suzuki GS500, first registered on 1 February 1998.

Is R803 JSF safe to buy?

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