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S439 RKJ

1998 Suzuki GS500

Orange Petrol 487cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Sep 2010
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

40,930 mi
Last recorded40,930 miles
Recorded on18 Aug 2009
Typical for 1998 Suzuki GS50024,455 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS439 RKJ
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS500
Year1998
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine487cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Aug 2009 40,930 miles
Fail 17 Aug 2009 40,927 miles

Direction indicator affected by the operation of another lamp (1.5.1c)

Front suspension has inadequate damping effect. (2.3.6c)

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Pass 20 Aug 2008 40,709 miles

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

Pass 4 Sep 2007 40,415 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2006 36,403 miles

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

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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S439 RKJ is a 1998 Suzuki GS500 in Orange with a 487cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 S439 RKJ, 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

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What year was S439 RKJ registered?

S439 RKJ is a 1998 Suzuki GS500, first registered on 18 August 1998.

Is S439 RKJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for S439 RKJ shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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