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T470 NUA

1999 Suzuki GS500

Red Petrol 487cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Aug 2027
Tests16 (10 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

654 mi
Last recorded654 miles
Recorded on6 Aug 2026
Typical for 1999 Suzuki GS50024,191 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT470 NUA
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS500
Year1999
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine487cc

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MOT History

10 pass 6 fail
Pass 6 Aug 2026 654 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Fail 6 Aug 2026 641 miles

Rear Brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))

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

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 3 Sep 2020 9 miles
Fail 24 Aug 2020 9 miles

Fuel cap ineffective (6.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Rear Brake cylinder insecurely mounted and braking performance affected (1.1.16 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

chain guard not fitted

Pass 30 May 2017 19,364 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 14 Apr 2015 18,014 miles

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 8 Aug 2013 16,168 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

fuel line perished

Fail 8 Aug 2013 16,168 miles

Rear Exhaust mounting does not fully support the exhaust system (7.1.1.c)

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

Front Roller brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable. (3.3.A2a)

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

fuel line perished

Pass 31 Jul 2012 13,818 miles

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

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Front Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Motorcycle structure slightly damaged (6.1.1a)

Pass 29 Jun 2010 13,808 miles
Fail 19 Jun 2010 13,774 miles

Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Pass 28 Nov 2008 13,736 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Fail 27 Nov 2008 13,736 miles

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 11 Jul 2007 13,527 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Fail 3 Jul 2007 13,517 miles

Exhaust mounting does not fully support the exhaust system (7.1.1.c)

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

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

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 8 Jun 2006 11,873 miles

Right hand front fork stansion slightly leaking

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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T470 NUA is a 1999 Suzuki GS500 in Red with a 487cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 T470 NUA, 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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T470 NUA is a 1999 Suzuki GS500, first registered on 3 July 1999.

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