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T457 GSP

1999 Suzuki GS500

Yellow Petrol 487cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Aug 2011
Tests10 (5 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

30,522 mi
Last recorded30,522 miles
Recorded on7 Aug 2010
Typical for 1999 Suzuki GS50024,191 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT457 GSP
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS500
Year1999
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine487cc

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MOT History

5 pass 5 fail
Pass 7 Aug 2010 30,522 miles
Fail 7 Aug 2010 30,522 miles

Rear Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 13 Jul 2009 27,882 miles

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

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

slite draging rear brake.

Pass 26 Jul 2008 25,853 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2008 25,844 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Front suspension assembly component missing (2.3.1) DANGEROUS

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 24 Jul 2007 19,556 miles
Fail 24 Jul 2007 19,552 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 3 Jul 2006 17,323 miles
Fail 28 Jun 2006 17,323 miles

Front Front position lamp insecure (1.1.1c)

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

Fail 8 May 2006 17,317 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Front Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

Centre Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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

Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

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

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

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

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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T457 GSP is a 1999 Suzuki GS500 in Yellow with a 487cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 T457 GSP, 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 T457 GSP registered?

T457 GSP is a 1999 Suzuki GS500, first registered on 9 August 1999.

Is T457 GSP safe to buy?

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