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R945 RRB

1998 Suzuki GS500

Black Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Aug 2022
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

24,941 mi
Last recorded24,941 miles
Recorded on18 Aug 2021
Typical for 1998 Suzuki GS50024,455 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR945 RRB
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS500
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Aug 2021 24,941 miles
Fail 10 Aug 2021 24,936 miles

Front Brake disc fractured (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 22 Jul 2020 23,888 miles

Rear Suspension arm pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 22 Jul 2020 23,850 miles

Central Rear Lower Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting insecure (5.3.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Fork yoke insecure (2.2.2 (d) (i))

Pass 10 Aug 2019 22,511 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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R945 RRB is a 1998 Suzuki GS500 in Black with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 R945 RRB, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of R945 RRB?

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What year was R945 RRB registered?

R945 RRB is a 1998 Suzuki GS500, first registered on 28 February 1998.

Is R945 RRB safe to buy?

The MOT history for R945 RRB shows 5 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does R945 RRB have outstanding finance?

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