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T204 YBL

1999 Suzuki GS500

Green Petrol 487cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Feb 2019
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

52,695 mi
Last recorded52,695 miles
Recorded on26 Feb 2018
Typical for 1999 Suzuki GS50024,191 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT204 YBL
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS500
Year1999
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine487cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 26 Feb 2018 52,695 miles
Fail 26 Feb 2018 52,695 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 1 Feb 2017 52,315 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2015 50,521 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive Seized links (6.2.1e)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn Carrier bobbins worn (3.2.A1l)

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

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Fail 8 Dec 2015 50,521 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive Seized links (6.2.1e)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn Carrier bobbins worn (3.2.A1l)

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

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

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 27 May 2014 50,502 miles

battery insecure

Fail 22 Oct 2013 49,670 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

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

Pass 22 Oct 2013 49,670 miles

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

Pass 1 Nov 2012 48,997 miles
Fail 15 May 2011 47,372 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 15 May 2011 47,372 miles
Pass 14 May 2010 45,482 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 15 May 2009 42,385 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Fail 15 May 2009 42,385 miles

Brake lever cannot be applied smoothly (3.1.3d)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 17 Jul 2007 35,423 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

Pass 27 May 2006 32,497 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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T204 YBL is a 1999 Suzuki GS500 in Green with a 487cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 T204 YBL, 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 T204 YBL registered?

T204 YBL is a 1999 Suzuki GS500, first registered on 15 April 1999.

Is T204 YBL safe to buy?

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