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S814 KFL

1998 Suzuki GS500

Black Petrol 487cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Mar 2016
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

28,901 mi
Last recorded28,901 miles
Recorded on9 Mar 2015
Typical for 1998 Suzuki GS50024,455 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS814 KFL
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS500
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine487cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Mar 2015 28,901 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Fail 6 Mar 2015 28,901 miles

Front suspension has inadequate damping effect. (2.3.6c)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 8 Feb 2014 23,231 miles
Fail 8 Feb 2014 23,218 miles

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 16 Feb 2013 21,113 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2011 21,072 miles

fuel tap appears to have been leaking at some point

o/s front fork seal leaking slightly

rera brake disc slightly groved

Pass 22 Jun 2009 19,895 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Pass 4 Jul 2008 14,978 miles

Front disc fixings have some movement.

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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S814 KFL is a 1998 Suzuki GS500 in Black with a 487cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 S814 KFL, 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 S814 KFL registered?

S814 KFL is a 1998 Suzuki GS500, first registered on 1 August 1998.

Is S814 KFL safe to buy?

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