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T481 HRV

1999 Suzuki GS500

Black Petrol 487cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jul 2016
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

35,306 mi
Last recorded35,306 miles
Recorded on16 Jul 2015
Typical for 1999 Suzuki GS50024,191 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT481 HRV
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS500
Year1999
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine487cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Jul 2015 35,306 miles

Front Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Front Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

front tyre valve slight cracking

slight oil leak engine

Pass 30 Jan 2014 34,450 miles

Rear Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 12 Dec 2012 28,743 miles

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

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

Pass 23 Jul 2009 25,225 miles

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

Fail 13 Jul 2009 25,225 miles

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

Rear wheel spindle securing nut(s) loose (2.4.A.2b) DANGEROUS

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

Fail 10 Jul 2008 22,890 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

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 10 Jul 2008 22,890 miles

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 3 Jul 2007 22,361 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Fail 16 Jun 2007 22,359 miles

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.1a)

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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T481 HRV is a 1999 Suzuki GS500 in Black with a 487cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 T481 HRV, 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 T481 HRV registered?

T481 HRV is a 1999 Suzuki GS500, first registered on 20 August 1999.

Is T481 HRV safe to buy?

The MOT history for T481 HRV shows 9 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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