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S506 TKG

1998 Suzuki GS500

Red Petrol 487cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Apr 2019
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

36,101 mi
Last recorded36,101 miles
Recorded on12 Mar 2018
Typical for 1998 Suzuki GS50024,455 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS506 TKG
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS500
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine487cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Mar 2018 36,101 miles
Fail 7 Mar 2018 36,088 miles

Rear suspension bush has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 9 Mar 2017 32,954 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2016 28,973 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 4 Apr 2015 23,847 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

Pass 22 May 2014 20,359 miles

Rear Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 14 Jun 2013 19,479 miles
Pass 28 May 2013 19,122 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2009 19,098 miles

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

rear suspension lowered

Fail 11 Sep 2009 19,098 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c) DANGEROUS

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

rear suspension lowered

Fail 19 Sep 2006 19,662 miles

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

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

Pass 19 Sep 2006 19,662 miles

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

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

Pass 20 Sep 2005 18,606 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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S506 TKG 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 76.9%.

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 S506 TKG, 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 S506 TKG registered?

S506 TKG is a 1998 Suzuki GS500, first registered on 1 September 1998.

Is S506 TKG safe to buy?

The MOT history for S506 TKG shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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