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S978 LGB

1998 Suzuki GS500

Black Petrol 487cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jul 2011
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

17,201 mi
Last recorded17,201 miles
Recorded on26 Jun 2010
Typical for 1998 Suzuki GS50024,455 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS978 LGB
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS500
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine487cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Jun 2010 17,201 miles
Fail 26 Jun 2010 17,201 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Pass 15 Jul 2009 17,171 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2008 16,968 miles

Front Wheel damaged but not significantly reducing the original strength (4.2.1a)

Fail 1 Jul 2008 16,968 miles

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

Front Wheel damaged but not significantly reducing the original strength (4.2.1a)

Pass 18 Jul 2007 16,855 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Fail 14 Jul 2007 16,849 miles

Headlamp deteriorated and function impaired (1.2.3a)

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 22 Jun 2006 12,962 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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S978 LGB 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 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 S978 LGB, 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 S978 LGB registered?

S978 LGB is a 1998 Suzuki GS500, first registered on 25 September 1998.

Is S978 LGB safe to buy?

The MOT history for S978 LGB shows 8 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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