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R852 FBA

1998 Suzuki GS500

Blue Petrol 487cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jun 2019
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

14,087 mi
Last recorded14,087 miles
Recorded on7 Jun 2018
Typical for 1998 Suzuki GS50024,455 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR852 FBA
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS500
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine487cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Jun 2018 14,087 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Fail 7 Jun 2018 14,087 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 23 May 2017 13,472 miles
Pass 27 May 2016 13,028 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2007 12,686 miles
Fail 8 Oct 2007 12,278 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Front Front position lamp missing (1.1.1a)

Front Headlamp aim headlamp deteriorated and function impaired (1.2.3a)

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

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

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

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

Pass 12 May 2006 11,198 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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R852 FBA is a 1998 Suzuki GS500 in Blue with a 487cc 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 R852 FBA, 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 R852 FBA registered?

R852 FBA is a 1998 Suzuki GS500, first registered on 13 June 1998.

Is R852 FBA safe to buy?

The MOT history for R852 FBA 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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