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T294 AFX

1999 Suzuki GS500

Yellow Petrol 487cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 May 2019
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

82,324 mi
Last recorded82,324 miles
Recorded on4 May 2018
Typical for 1999 Suzuki GS50024,191 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT294 AFX
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS500
Year1999
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine487cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 May 2018 82,324 miles

Front Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

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

Rear Rear spring corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4A1b(ii))

Rear Rear suspension component slightly corroded. (2.4.A.1a)

rear brake has long travel but works ok

Pass 28 Apr 2017 82,246 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Steering movement slightly rough. (2.2.1a)

Pass 29 Apr 2016 81,888 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 22 Apr 2015 80,936 miles

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

rear tyre side wall perrished

Pass 4 Apr 2014 79,101 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Rear suspension slightly corroded (2.4.A.2d)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 1 May 2013 76,775 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Rear Brake component is slightly corroded (3.1.5)

Pass 10 May 2011 76,698 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 10 Apr 2010 76,395 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2009 74,553 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2008 70,031 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Headlamp main beam warning lamp not working

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 27 Feb 2007 69,472 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Left hand handlebar grip working loose

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

Pass 1 Mar 2006 63,451 miles
Fail 28 Feb 2006 63,451 miles

Rear Rear mono-shock pivot excessively worn (2.4.B.4)

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

headlamp main beam warning lamp not working

Fail 28 Feb 2006 63,451 miles

Rear Rear mono-shock pivot excessively worn (2.4.B.4)

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

headlamp main beam warning lamp not working

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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T294 AFX is a 1999 Suzuki GS500 in Yellow with a 487cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 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 T294 AFX, 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 T294 AFX registered?

T294 AFX is a 1999 Suzuki GS500, first registered on 1 March 1999.

Is T294 AFX safe to buy?

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