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S250 JCC

1998 Suzuki GS500

Red Petrol 487cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Oct 2022
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

65,244 mi
Last recorded65,244 miles
Recorded on15 Oct 2021
Typical for 1998 Suzuki GS50024,455 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS250 JCC
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS500
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine487cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Oct 2021 65,244 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2020 61,421 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2019 58,193 miles
Fail 12 Oct 2019 58,189 miles

Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Oct 2018 54,431 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 3 Oct 2017 50,560 miles

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

Pass 1 Oct 2016 46,709 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2015 42,528 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2014 37,090 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2013 29,923 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 6 Oct 2012 25,178 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

rear brake has a slight binde

Pass 4 Oct 2011 19,814 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2010 19,257 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2009 18,601 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2008 17,908 miles

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

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

Pass 12 Oct 2007 17,150 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2006 16,067 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2006 14,822 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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S250 JCC is a 1998 Suzuki GS500 in Red with a 487cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 S250 JCC, 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 S250 JCC registered?

S250 JCC is a 1998 Suzuki GS500, first registered on 1 August 1998.

Is S250 JCC safe to buy?

The MOT history for S250 JCC shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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