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S535 SDW

1998 Suzuki GS500

Black Petrol 487cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Mar 2019
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

62,492 mi
Last recorded62,492 miles
Recorded on15 Mar 2018
Typical for 1998 Suzuki GS50024,455 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS535 SDW
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS500
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine487cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Mar 2018 62,492 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 27 Mar 2015 60,148 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2014 58,105 miles
Fail 14 Jan 2014 58,056 miles

Front Motorcycle structure excessively damaged (6.1.1a)

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

Front Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Rear Exhaust excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.A1a)

Pass 16 Jan 2013 49,181 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

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

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

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 7 Jan 2012 31,830 miles

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

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Oil leak

Rear Brake disc(s) is slightly distorted (3.2.A1m)

Fail 2 Jan 2012 31,623 miles

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

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

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Oil leak

Rear Brake disc(s) is slightly distorted (3.2.A1m)

Pass 12 Jan 2008 17,600 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2007 17,327 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2006 16,729 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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S535 SDW is a 1998 Suzuki GS500 in Black with a 487cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 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 S535 SDW, 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 S535 SDW registered?

S535 SDW is a 1998 Suzuki GS500, first registered on 1 August 1998.

Is S535 SDW safe to buy?

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