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S857 RHJ

1998 Suzuki GS500

Orange Petrol 487cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Oct 2012
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

22,454 mi
Last recorded22,454 miles
Recorded on20 Oct 2011
Typical for 1998 Suzuki GS50024,455 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS857 RHJ
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS500
Year1998
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine487cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Oct 2011 22,454 miles

Nearside Front Clutch lever bent (6.2.1g)

Rear Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Fail 20 Oct 2011 22,454 miles

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Nearside Front Clutch lever bent (6.2.1g)

Rear Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 8 Oct 2010 22,415 miles

Offside Front Clutch lever bent (6.2.1g)

Pass 12 Oct 2009 22,027 miles

Nearside Clutch lever bent (6.2.1g)

offside bar end missing

Pass 16 Sep 2007 21,631 miles

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

Pass 17 Sep 2006 21,015 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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S857 RHJ is a 1998 Suzuki GS500 in Orange with a 487cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 S857 RHJ, 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 S857 RHJ registered?

S857 RHJ is a 1998 Suzuki GS500, first registered on 19 August 1998.

Is S857 RHJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for S857 RHJ shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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