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S154 NAJ

1998 Suzuki GS500

Blue Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jul 2017
Tests13 (8 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate61.5%

Mileage

35,125 mi
Last recorded35,125 miles
Recorded on20 Jul 2016
Typical for 1998 Suzuki GS50024,455 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS154 NAJ
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS500
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

8 pass 5 fail
Pass 20 Jul 2016 35,125 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Pass 8 Aug 2014 34,900 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 2 Aug 2013 34,203 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2012 30,553 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

NEARSIDE FRONT FOOTPEG BENT

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

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

Fail 27 Jul 2012 30,494 miles

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Rear wheel spindle securing nut locking device missing (2.4.A.2b)

Steering linkage has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

NEARSIDE FRONT FOOTPEG BENT

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

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

Fail 29 Jul 2011 51,158 miles

Rear wheel spindle securing nut locking device missing (2.4.A.2b)

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

Pass 29 Jul 2011 51,158 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2010 47,582 miles
Fail 7 Jul 2010 47,565 miles

Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d)

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Rear Stop lamp does not emit a steady light (1.3.1b)

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

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

Pass 14 May 2009 447,002 miles
Fail 14 May 2009 46,999 miles

Rear Brake locking device missing (3.2.A1e)

Rear Brake reaction bracket securing bolt(s) loose (3.2.A1j)

Fail 23 Aug 2007 46,984 miles

Front Front suspension assembly component loose (2.3.1)

Front Front suspension has excessive stiffness in the suspension movement. (2.3.6b)

Front Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Rear Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

Pass 5 Aug 2006 46,080 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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S154 NAJ is a 1998 Suzuki GS500 in Blue with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.5%.

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 S154 NAJ, 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 S154 NAJ registered?

S154 NAJ is a 1998 Suzuki GS500, first registered on 16 October 1998.

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