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S349 BHR

1998 Suzuki GS500

Black Petrol 487cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Mar 2022
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

30,399 mi
Last recorded30,399 miles
Recorded on17 Mar 2021
Typical for 1998 Suzuki GS50024,455 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS349 BHR
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS500
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine487cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Mar 2021 30,399 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 3 Jul 2019 30,035 miles

Central Rear Lower Suspension ball joint worn, but not excessively (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Road spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Jun 2018 29,416 miles

Central Rear Lower Suspension ball joint worn, but not excessively (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Central Rear Lower Suspension corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

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

Central Rear Road spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 7 Jul 2017 29,357 miles

Central Lower Rear spring corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4A1b(ii))

Central Lower Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Central Rear Lower Rear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive (2.4.B.4)

Central Rear Lower Rear suspension component slightly corroded. (2.4.A.1a)

Front Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 18 Jul 2016 29,192 miles

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

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear Rear spring corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4A1b(ii))

Rear Rear suspension component slightly corroded. (2.4.A.1a)

Rear Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 14 Jul 2015 28,344 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear Rear suspension component slightly corroded. (2.4.A.1a)

Rear Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

front brake slighty binding

Pass 19 Jun 2014 26,867 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear Rear suspension component slightly corroded. (2.4.A.1a)

Rear Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 6 Jun 2013 26,203 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2011 21,546 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2010 17,825 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2009 16,509 miles

Front tyre cracking on sidewall

Fail 2 Nov 2009 16,509 miles

Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.6)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Front tyre cracking on sidewall

Pass 12 Sep 2008 12,601 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Front Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Front Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Rear brake binding slightly

Pass 31 Aug 2007 10,344 miles

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

Fail 31 Aug 2007 10,344 miles

Front Brake pipe inadequately supported (3.2.B2b)

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

Pass 30 Aug 2006 9,461 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2005 9,236 miles

Front Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

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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S349 BHR is a 1998 Suzuki GS500 in Black with a 487cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 S349 BHR, 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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S349 BHR is a 1998 Suzuki GS500, first registered on 14 August 1998.

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