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T162 LJN

1999 Suzuki GS500

Black Petrol 487cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Feb 2022
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

27,218 mi
Last recorded27,218 miles
Recorded on28 Jan 2021
Typical for 1999 Suzuki GS50024,191 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT162 LJN
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS500
Year1999
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine487cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Jan 2021 27,218 miles

Front brake pads getting low

Front exhaust leak

Pass 4 Feb 2020 25,943 miles
Fail 16 Jan 2020 25,930 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Front Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Rear Lower Suspension arm pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement FRONT (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Jan 2019 24,882 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2018 23,885 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2017 22,900 miles

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

Pass 8 Jan 2016 21,586 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2015 19,722 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2014 17,650 miles

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1a)

Pass 7 Jan 2013 16,634 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2010 15,829 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 7 Apr 2008 15,531 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 5 Sep 2006 14,324 miles

Centre Rear 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.

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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T162 LJN is a 1999 Suzuki GS500 in Black with a 487cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

Across all 1999 Suzuki GS500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.1% with a typical mileage of 24,191 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 T162 LJN, 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 27 years old, this Suzuki GS500 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was T162 LJN registered?

T162 LJN is a 1999 Suzuki GS500, first registered on 17 April 1999.

Is T162 LJN safe to buy?

The MOT history for T162 LJN shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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