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S606 DBD

1999 Suzuki GS500

Black Petrol 487cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Sep 2018
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

30,671 mi
Last recorded30,671 miles
Recorded on11 Sep 2017
Typical for 1999 Suzuki GS50024,191 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS606 DBD
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS500
Year1999
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine487cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Sep 2017 30,671 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front Brake lever pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

Rear suspension slightly corroded (2.4.A.2d)

Pass 16 Dec 2015 30,599 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2014 25,297 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2012 22,934 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2011 22,248 miles

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

Pass 25 Aug 2009 20,530 miles

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Rear left hand chain adjuster damaged

Fail 25 Aug 2009 20,530 miles

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Rear left hand chain adjuster damaged

Pass 16 Aug 2008 19,040 miles

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 13 Aug 2007 15,204 miles

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

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

front tyre cracked

Fail 13 Aug 2007 15,204 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

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

Drive chain slightly loose (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)

front tyre cracked

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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S606 DBD is a 1999 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 1999 Suzuki GS500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.1% with a typical mileage of 24,191 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 S606 DBD, 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 27 years old, this Suzuki GS500 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was S606 DBD registered?

S606 DBD is a 1999 Suzuki GS500, first registered on 1 August 1999.

Is S606 DBD safe to buy?

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