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T178 ACU

1999 Suzuki GS500

Orange Petrol 487cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jun 2023
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

26,041 mi
Last recorded26,041 miles
Recorded on15 Jun 2022
Typical for 1999 Suzuki GS50024,191 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT178 ACU
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS500
Year1999
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine487cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Jun 2022 26,041 miles

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

Front Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Apr 2021 20,612 miles

Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Jun 2019 20,229 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 21 Sep 2016 18,564 miles

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

Rear Inner Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Rear Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 30 May 2012 18,017 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Fail 14 May 2012 17,998 miles

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

Steering control has Insufficient clearance at full lock affecting the riders grasp of handlebars (2.1.2b)

Throttle has a significant change in engine speed whilst moving the steering from lock to lock (2.1.4) DANGEROUS

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 3 May 2011 25,561 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2010 22,135 miles
Fail 17 Apr 2010 22,118 miles

Rear Brake hose which buldges (3.2.B4)

Pass 22 Apr 2009 21,769 miles
Pass 15 May 2008 19,204 miles
Pass 14 May 2007 18,048 miles
Pass 11 May 2006 17,633 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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T178 ACU is a 1999 Suzuki GS500 in Orange with a 487cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 T178 ACU, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was T178 ACU registered?

T178 ACU is a 1999 Suzuki GS500, first registered on 1 March 1999.

Is T178 ACU safe to buy?

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