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T173 RPT

1999 Suzuki GS500

Red Petrol 487cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 May 2021
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

19,628 mi
Last recorded19,628 miles
Recorded on21 May 2020
Typical for 1999 Suzuki GS50024,191 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT173 RPT
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS500
Year1999
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine487cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 21 May 2020 19,628 miles
Pass 23 May 2019 19,621 miles
Fail 23 May 2019 19,621 miles

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 16 May 2018 19,169 miles
Pass 15 May 2017 18,717 miles
Fail 15 May 2017 18,717 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 28 Sep 2013 18,357 miles

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

Pass 3 Oct 2012 15,238 miles

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

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

Fail 3 Sep 2011 15,148 miles

Centre Front Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Pass 3 Sep 2011 15,148 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2010 13,769 miles
Fail 21 Aug 2010 13,769 miles

Centre Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 15 Aug 2009 12,741 miles

Offside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 8 Sep 2008 8,606 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2007 4,043 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2006 2,669 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2005 1,918 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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T173 RPT is a 1999 Suzuki GS500 in Red with a 487cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 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 T173 RPT, 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 T173 RPT registered?

T173 RPT is a 1999 Suzuki GS500, first registered on 28 May 1999.

Is T173 RPT safe to buy?

The MOT history for T173 RPT shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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