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S432 TNO

1998 Suzuki GS500

White Petrol 487cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Aug 2015
Tests16 (9 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate56.3%

Mileage

18,673 mi
Last recorded18,673 miles
Recorded on2 Sep 2015
Typical for 1998 Suzuki GS50024,455 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS432 TNO
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS500
Year1998
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine487cc

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MOT History

9 pass 7 fail
Fail 2 Sep 2015 18,673 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Motorcycle structure insecure and likely to affect the correct functioning of the steering or braking two structure bolts to the engine are missing, this will affect the frames strength (6.1.1c) DANGEROUS

Fail 5 Aug 2014 15,272 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 5 Aug 2014 15,272 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2013 13,418 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2012 52,540 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Fail 30 Jul 2012 52,413 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

front mudgaurd slightly loose

Pass 9 Aug 2011 49,875 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Fail 9 Aug 2011 49,875 miles

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Fail 11 Apr 2011 49,885 miles

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Rear Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

Pass 3 Apr 2010 46,417 miles
Fail 3 Apr 2010 46,417 miles

Front Tyre has a bulge caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii))

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 17 Mar 2009 40,982 miles

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

Pass 26 Mar 2008 38,616 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2007 38,365 miles

Front Wheel damaged but not significantly reducing the original strength (4.2.1a)

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Fail 4 Apr 2007 38,365 miles

Front Wheel damaged but not significantly reducing the original strength (4.2.1a)

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 31 Mar 2006 38,139 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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S432 TNO is a 1998 Suzuki GS500 in White with a 487cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 56.3%.

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 S432 TNO, 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 S432 TNO registered?

S432 TNO is a 1998 Suzuki GS500, first registered on 9 September 1998.

Is S432 TNO safe to buy?

The MOT history for S432 TNO shows 16 tests with a 56.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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