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T589 SSF

1999 Suzuki GS500

Green Petrol 487cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Mar 2027
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

27,964 mi
Last recorded27,964 miles
Recorded on4 Mar 2026
Typical for 1999 Suzuki GS50024,191 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT589 SSF
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS500
Year1999
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine487cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Mar 2026 27,964 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 14 Mar 2025 25,851 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2024 24,505 miles

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

Pass 28 Mar 2023 23,181 miles
Fail 22 Mar 2023 23,172 miles

Front Brake indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Throttle control functioning such that safe operation of the motorcycle is adversely affected (6.2.7 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 18 Mar 2022 20,611 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2021 17,965 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2020 17,006 miles

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

Pass 6 Mar 2019 14,705 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 6 Mar 2019 14,705 miles

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 20 Mar 2018 12,815 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2017 10,826 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2016 8,543 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2015 6,290 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2014 6,274 miles
Pass 9 May 2013 6,245 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2012 6,227 miles

Rear Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Pass 1 Jul 2008 6,222 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2006 6,050 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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T589 SSF is a 1999 Suzuki GS500 in Green with a 487cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

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 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 T589 SSF, 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 T589 SSF registered?

T589 SSF is a 1999 Suzuki GS500, first registered on 1 May 1999.

Is T589 SSF safe to buy?

The MOT history for T589 SSF shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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