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S791 JLN

1998 Suzuki GS500

Blue Petrol 487cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 May 2017
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

22,503 mi
Last recorded22,503 miles
Recorded on13 May 2016
Typical for 1998 Suzuki GS50024,455 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS791 JLN
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS500
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine487cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 May 2016 22,503 miles

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

Pass 7 May 2015 22,337 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Pass 8 May 2014 21,913 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 20 Apr 2013 21,241 miles

Clutch lever bent (6.2.1g)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 5 Apr 2012 19,255 miles
Fail 5 Apr 2012 19,255 miles

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

Pass 9 Apr 2011 16,876 miles
Fail 17 Apr 2010 15,482 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 17 Apr 2010 15,482 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2009 12,022 miles
Fail 3 Mar 2009 12,022 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 27 Feb 2008 11,673 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2005 11,658 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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S791 JLN is a 1998 Suzuki GS500 in Blue with a 487cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 S791 JLN, 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 S791 JLN registered?

S791 JLN is a 1998 Suzuki GS500, first registered on 19 October 1998.

Is S791 JLN safe to buy?

The MOT history for S791 JLN shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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