MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
24,901 miBelow or average mileage for this year
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Front Handlebar deformed but serviceable (2.2.1 (c) (i))
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
Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))
Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)
Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)
Front valve stem slightly deteriated
Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)
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)
Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)
Front mudguard insecure (2.3.7)
Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)
Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))
How Reliable is the Suzuki GS500?
Based on 55,003 MOT tests across 6,013 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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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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