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T42 JCS

1999 Suzuki GS500

Yellow Petrol 487cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Sep 2027
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

21,794 mi
Last recorded21,794 miles
Recorded on22 Sep 2026
Typical for 1999 Suzuki GS50024,191 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT42 JCS
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS500
Year1999
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine487cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 22 Sep 2026 21,794 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2025 21,740 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2024 21,525 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 9 Nov 2023 19,089 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 9 Nov 2023 19,089 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 12 Jun 2023 19,086 miles

Rear Brake pedal has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25% (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Rear Brake has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 21 May 2022 19,082 miles
Pass 6 May 2021 18,481 miles
Pass 22 May 2020 16,610 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2019 15,073 miles
Fail 31 Jul 2019 15,073 miles

Front Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 6 Sep 2018 14,754 miles

Rear tyre slightly perished

Pass 30 Aug 2017 14,713 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Pass 10 Sep 2016 14,342 miles
Fail 10 Sep 2016 14,342 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 8 Aug 2015 13,276 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2014 12,257 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2013 10,991 miles

advise rear tyre side walls ( light splitting)

Pass 19 May 2012 9,168 miles
Pass 7 May 2011 6,708 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2008 6,405 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2007 5,977 miles

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

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

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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T42 JCS is a 1999 Suzuki GS500 in Yellow with a 487cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 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 T42 JCS, 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 T42 JCS registered?

T42 JCS is a 1999 Suzuki GS500, first registered on 1 March 1999.

Is T42 JCS safe to buy?

The MOT history for T42 JCS shows 22 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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