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T434 SPT

1999 Suzuki GS500

Black Petrol 487cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jul 2025
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

64,532 mi
Last recorded64,532 miles
Recorded on10 Jul 2024
Typical for 1999 Suzuki GS50024,191 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT434 SPT
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS500
Year1999
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine487cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Jul 2024 64,532 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2023 64,505 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2022 64,419 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2021 64,340 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2020 64,003 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2020 63,993 miles

Front Tyre has a lump or bulge caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Footrest slightly loose both pins worn (6.2.12 (a))

Pass 29 Apr 2019 63,552 miles

Footrest slightly loose both front riders foot peg pins/bushes worn (6.2.12 (a))

Pass 30 Apr 2018 63,119 miles

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

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

Pass 29 May 2017 62,756 miles

Front Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Pass 22 Oct 2015 62,590 miles

Centre Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 10 Oct 2014 62,263 miles

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

Rear Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

o,s throttle grip slightly loose

Pass 14 Oct 2013 61,723 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2012 61,210 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2011 60,779 miles

Brake lever slightly damaged (3.2.A1c)

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 10 Nov 2010 59,542 miles
Fail 1 Sep 2010 59,298 miles

Front Brake disc(s) has excessive run out (3.2.A1m)

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

Front Wheel has an excessively distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Offside Handlebar deformed (2.1.1b)

Rear Brake hose leaking fluid (3.2.B4)

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

Rear shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.4.A.1c)

Pass 13 Aug 2009 56,296 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2008 54,001 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2007 52,037 miles

lateral free play in rear suspension

Pass 4 Sep 2006 50,272 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2005 45,032 miles
Fail 5 Jul 2005 45,032 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.2)

Offside Rear Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

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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T434 SPT is a 1999 Suzuki GS500 in Black with a 487cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

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 T434 SPT, 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 T434 SPT registered?

T434 SPT is a 1999 Suzuki GS500, first registered on 10 July 1999.

Is T434 SPT safe to buy?

The MOT history for T434 SPT shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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