MOT Status
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89,800 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))
Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))
Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))
Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))
Drive chain so loose it is likely to fail (6.1.7 (c) (ii))
Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))
Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))
Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))
Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))
Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))
Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))
Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))
Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)
Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)
Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)
Front Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)
Front Exhaust mounting deteriorated. (7.1.1.c)
Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)
Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)
Front Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
Front Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)
Rear Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)
Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)
Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)
Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))
Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)
Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)
Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)
Rear Brake pedal pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)
Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)
Front Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)
Nail in rear tyre
Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)
Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)
Front Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)
Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
How Reliable is the Suzuki GS500?
Based on 55,003 MOT tests across 6,013 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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S983 JLT is a 1998 Suzuki GS500 in Black with a 487cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.3%.
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 S983 JLT, 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 S983 JLT registered?
S983 JLT is a 1998 Suzuki GS500, first registered on 18 December 1998.
Is S983 JLT safe to buy?
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