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S605 BLG

1998 Suzuki GS500

Orange Petrol 487cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Dec 2013
Tests12 (7 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate58.3%

Mileage

32,589 mi
Last recorded32,589 miles
Recorded on16 Nov 2012
Typical for 1998 Suzuki GS50024,455 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS605 BLG
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS500
Year1998
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine487cc

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MOT History

7 pass 5 fail
Pass 16 Nov 2012 32,589 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Fail 15 Nov 2012 32,589 miles

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

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 15 Nov 2011 30,032 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Pass 11 Dec 2010 27,704 miles
Fail 10 Dec 2010 27,704 miles

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Rear Roller brake test indicates brake effort fall disproportional to brake lever or pedal effort (3.3.A1c)

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

Pass 30 Nov 2009 24,959 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2008 22,434 miles

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

Fail 10 Dec 2008 22,434 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

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

Pass 28 Nov 2007 19,683 miles
Fail 27 Nov 2007 19,683 miles

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

Pass 2 Dec 2005 14,078 miles
Fail 2 Dec 2005 14,078 miles

Front 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.

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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S605 BLG is a 1998 Suzuki GS500 in Orange with a 487cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 58.3%.

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 S605 BLG, 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 S605 BLG registered?

S605 BLG is a 1998 Suzuki GS500, first registered on 1 August 1998.

Is S605 BLG safe to buy?

The MOT history for S605 BLG shows 12 tests with a 58.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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