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S446 NRG

1998 Suzuki GS500

Red Petrol 487cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jun 2014
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

14,315 mi
Last recorded14,315 miles
Recorded on14 Jun 2013
Typical for 1998 Suzuki GS50024,455 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS446 NRG
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS500
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine487cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 Jun 2013 14,315 miles

Clutch lever bent (6.2.1g)

Pass 4 Feb 2012 13,961 miles

Clutch lever bent (6.2.1g)

Rear Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Fail 4 Feb 2012 13,953 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a) DANGEROUS

Clutch lever bent (6.2.1g)

Rear Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 14 Jan 2011 13,509 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2009 12,179 miles

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

Fail 30 Nov 2009 12,179 miles

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

Rear Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d)

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

Fail 24 Nov 2008 9,436 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

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

Rear Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

Pass 24 Nov 2008 9,436 miles

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

Rear Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 3 Nov 2007 6,875 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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S446 NRG is a 1998 Suzuki GS500 in Red with a 487cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 S446 NRG, 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 S446 NRG registered?

S446 NRG is a 1998 Suzuki GS500, first registered on 1 November 1998.

Is S446 NRG safe to buy?

The MOT history for S446 NRG shows 9 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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