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S542 JJM

1998 Suzuki GS500

Blue Petrol 487cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Apr 2025
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

24,901 mi
Last recorded24,901 miles
Recorded on10 Apr 2024
Typical for 1998 Suzuki GS50024,455 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS542 JJM
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS500
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine487cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 10 Apr 2024 24,901 miles

Front Handlebar deformed but serviceable (2.2.1 (c) (i))

Pass 6 Sep 2021 35,005 miles
Fail 24 Aug 2021 35,002 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension arm damaged and seriously weakened swing arm (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension attachment bracket/mounting insecure chain tensioner bolt loose (5.3.3 (a) (i))

Rear Position lamp not working sidelight (4.2.1 (a))

Rear Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Rear Wheel bearing so rough it is likely to overheat or break up (5.1.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Riders seat insecure (6.2.5 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 21 Jul 2020 33,257 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2019 32,501 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Jul 2018 31,757 miles

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 8 Jul 2017 31,621 miles

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

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

Pass 8 Jul 2016 31,152 miles

Front valve stem slightly deteriated

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

Fail 5 Jul 2016 31,152 miles

Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.2.B3b)

Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instruction/s (4.1.2e)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Front valve stem slightly deteriated

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

Pass 8 Jul 2015 30,802 miles

Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Fail 8 Jul 2015 30,802 miles

Front mudguard insecure (2.3.7)

Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Pass 24 May 2014 30,147 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2013 23,118 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2012 22,274 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2011 19,728 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2010 17,338 miles
Fail 13 Apr 2010 17,328 miles

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

Pass 22 Apr 2009 15,486 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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S542 JJM is a 1998 Suzuki GS500 in Blue with a 487cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 S542 JJM, 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 S542 JJM registered?

S542 JJM is a 1998 Suzuki GS500, first registered on 2 October 1998.

Is S542 JJM safe to buy?

The MOT history for S542 JJM shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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