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T576 BFT

1999 Suzuki GS500

Green Petrol 487cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Oct 2026
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

28,741 mi
Last recorded28,741 miles
Recorded on13 Oct 2025
Typical for 1999 Suzuki GS50024,191 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT576 BFT
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS500
Year1999
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine487cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Oct 2025 28,741 miles

Rear Drive chain slightly tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Fail 10 Oct 2025 28,726 miles

Nearside Front Handlebar grip insecure to handlebar (2.2.1 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Handlebar grip insecure to handlebar (2.2.1 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Drive chain slightly tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Pass 10 Oct 2024 27,397 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2023 25,181 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2022 21,505 miles
Pass 17 May 2021 21,362 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 12 May 2020 21,038 miles
Pass 7 May 2019 20,803 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Swing arm (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 15 May 2018 20,184 miles
Pass 16 May 2017 19,883 miles
Pass 10 May 2016 18,982 miles
Pass 18 May 2015 18,453 miles
Pass 13 May 2014 16,680 miles

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

Pass 14 May 2013 14,424 miles

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

Pass 21 May 2012 12,888 miles
Pass 19 May 2011 11,696 miles
Pass 11 May 2010 10,364 miles
Pass 14 May 2009 8,387 miles
Pass 16 May 2008 6,638 miles
Fail 16 May 2008 6,638 miles

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

Pass 17 May 2007 5,646 miles

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

Pass 22 May 2006 3,715 miles

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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T576 BFT is a 1999 Suzuki GS500 in Green with a 487cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 T576 BFT, 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 T576 BFT registered?

T576 BFT is a 1999 Suzuki GS500, first registered on 27 March 1999.

Is T576 BFT safe to buy?

The MOT history for T576 BFT shows 22 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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