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R804 NVC

1998 Suzuki GS500

Red Petrol 487cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Mar 2015
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

28,839 mi
Last recorded28,839 miles
Recorded on7 Mar 2014
Typical for 1998 Suzuki GS50024,455 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Suzuki
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR804 NVC
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS500
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine487cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Fail 7 Mar 2014 28,839 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 7 Mar 2014 28,839 miles

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 16 Mar 2013 27,616 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2012 25,419 miles
Fail 3 Jan 2009 25,231 miles

Rear Floor brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.C2c)

Pass 3 Jan 2009 25,231 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2007 24,796 miles
Fail 14 Dec 2007 24,796 miles

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

Rear suspension bush has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 2 Jan 2007 24,325 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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R804 NVC is a 1998 Suzuki GS500 in Red with a 487cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 R804 NVC, 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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How do I check the history of R804 NVC?

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What year was R804 NVC registered?

R804 NVC is a 1998 Suzuki GS500, first registered on 13 July 1998.

Is R804 NVC safe to buy?

The MOT history for R804 NVC shows 9 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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