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S496 WCA

1998 Suzuki GS500

Red Petrol 487cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 May 2017
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

17,368 mi
Last recorded17,368 miles
Recorded on24 May 2016
Typical for 1998 Suzuki GS50024,455 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS496 WCA
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS500
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine487cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 May 2016 17,368 miles
Fail 18 May 2016 17,368 miles

Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.2a(i))

Pass 26 May 2015 15,945 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Fail 28 May 2014 15,937 miles

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 28 May 2014 15,937 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2013 14,735 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2012 14,152 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2011 13,076 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2010 12,131 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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

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

Pass 13 Nov 2009 10,734 miles

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

Pass 21 Nov 2008 10,164 miles

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

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

Pass 9 Nov 2007 8,917 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 10 Nov 2006 7,922 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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S496 WCA is a 1998 Suzuki GS500 in Red with a 487cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 S496 WCA, 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 S496 WCA registered?

S496 WCA is a 1998 Suzuki GS500, first registered on 1 January 1998.

Is S496 WCA safe to buy?

The MOT history for S496 WCA shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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