MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
37,556 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)
Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)
Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)
Exhaust noisy not standard (7.1.2)
Lower Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
clutch lever stiff
Drive belt slightly loose (6.2.1d)
Lower Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))
Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)
Lower Rear suspension bush has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))
Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)
Handlebar mounting clamp bolt loose (2.1.1a)
Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)
Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)
Front Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)
Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)
Oil leak
Rear Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)
Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)
Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)
Front Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii))
Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)
Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)
chain loose
front caliper slides worn
play in gear selector
Nearside Position lamp switch insecure (1.1.4b)
Rear suspension bush has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))
chain loose
front caliper slides worn
play in gear selector
Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))
Rear Brake disc(s) excessively scored (3.2.A1l)
Headlamp aim beam image kick-up is to the offside (1.6.1)
headlamp masks/converters fitted
headlamp masks/converters fitted
How Reliable is the Suzuki GS500?
Based on 55,003 MOT tests across 6,013 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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S908 JRB is a 1998 Suzuki GS500 in Black with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.
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 S908 JRB, 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 S908 JRB registered?
S908 JRB is a 1998 Suzuki GS500, first registered on 3 October 1998.
Is S908 JRB safe to buy?
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