MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
26,039 miBelow or average mileage for this year
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Front Front mudguard insecure (2.3.7)
Front Front suspension assembly excessive wear or free play in a front suspension component (2.3.4)
Front Front suspension has inadequate damping effect. (2.3.6c)
Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)
Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))
Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))
Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Rear Rear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive (2.4.B.4)
Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)
Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)
Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)
Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)
Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)
Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)
Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)
Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)
Nearside Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)
How Reliable is the Suzuki GS500?
Based on 55,003 MOT tests across 6,013 vehicles.
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R817 BTC is a 1998 Suzuki GS500 in Black with a 487cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 44.4%.
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 R817 BTC, 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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R817 BTC is a 1998 Suzuki GS500, first registered on 4 February 1998.
Is R817 BTC safe to buy?
The MOT history for R817 BTC shows 9 tests with a 44.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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