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S945 ADL

1998 Suzuki GS500

Blue Petrol 487cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Aug 2018
Tests12 (7 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate58.3%

Mileage

11,700 mi
Last recorded11,700 miles
Recorded on8 Aug 2017
Typical for 1998 Suzuki GS50024,455 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS945 ADL
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS500
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine487cc

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MOT History

7 pass 5 fail
Pass 8 Aug 2017 11,700 miles
Fail 1 Aug 2017 11,688 miles

Headlamp aim headlamp deteriorated and function impaired (1.2.3a)

Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen (1.6.B.1)

Pass 2 Jul 2015 11,448 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2013 11,448 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Headlamp deteriorated but function not impaired (1.2.3a)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1a)

Fail 24 Sep 2013 11,448 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Fuel cap mounting flange/sealing method defective (7.2.2c)

Headlamp aim headlamp deteriorated and function impaired (1.2.3a)

Rear Tyre has ply or cord exposed (4.1.2a(iii)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front Front suspension has slight stiffness in the movement of the suspension. (2.3.6b)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 23 Nov 2009 11,446 miles

Headlamp slightly discoloured (1.2.1)

Fail 16 Nov 2009 11,446 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Fairings insecure and likely to impede the steering (2.1.2e) DANGEROUS

Headlamp slightly discoloured (1.2.1)

Pass 31 Oct 2008 11,373 miles
Fail 21 Oct 2008 11,370 miles

Front Brake lever cannot be released smoothly (3.1.3d)

Front Roller brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.A1a)

Fuel cap mounting flange/sealing method defective (7.2.2c)

Fuel cap sealing washer deteriorated (7.2.2c)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 22 Oct 2007 11,187 miles
Fail 7 Aug 2007 11,179 miles

Front Floor brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.C2c)

Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Rear Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Rear Registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Pass 21 Aug 2006 10,476 miles

Front Floor brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.C2d)

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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S945 ADL is a 1998 Suzuki GS500 in Blue with a 487cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 58.3%.

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 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 S945 ADL, 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 S945 ADL registered?

S945 ADL is a 1998 Suzuki GS500, first registered on 23 September 1998.

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