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T243 FTD

1999 Suzuki GS500

Yellow Petrol 487cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 May 2014
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

32,806 mi
Last recorded32,806 miles
Recorded on23 May 2013
Typical for 1999 Suzuki GS50024,191 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT243 FTD
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS500
Year1999
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine487cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 May 2013 32,806 miles
Fail 22 May 2013 32,806 miles

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

rear tyre cracked around side wall

Pass 1 Mar 2012 28,914 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2011 28,280 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2010 26,986 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2009 23,910 miles
Fail 2 Apr 2009 23,910 miles

Front Hydraulic brake control feels spongy (3.1.4a)

Fail 12 Feb 2008 22,967 miles

Rear position lamp damaged and function impaired (1.1.1b)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 12 Feb 2008 22,967 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2007 22,267 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2006 20,716 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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T243 FTD is a 1999 Suzuki GS500 in Yellow with a 487cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 T243 FTD, 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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How do I check the history of T243 FTD?

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What year was T243 FTD registered?

T243 FTD is a 1999 Suzuki GS500, first registered on 3 June 1999.

Is T243 FTD safe to buy?

The MOT history for T243 FTD shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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