MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
36,623 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)
Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)
Front Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)
Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)
Rear Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)
Rear wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.4.A.2c)
Rear Brake disc(s) excessively scored (3.2.A1l)
Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c)
Front Brake lever is damaged and the brake cannot be readily applied (3.1.3c)
Front Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is above 850mm from the ground (1.6.3)
Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle obscured (1.4.1)
Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)
How Reliable is the Suzuki GS500?
Based on 55,003 MOT tests across 6,013 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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S897 AKN is a 1998 Suzuki GS500 in Black with a 487cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.
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 S897 AKN, 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 S897 AKN registered?
S897 AKN is a 1998 Suzuki GS500, first registered on 21 December 1998.
Is S897 AKN safe to buy?
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