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T661 WGJ

1999 Suzuki GS500

Black Petrol 487cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Sep 2015
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

19,918 mi
Last recorded19,918 miles
Recorded on27 Sep 2014
Typical for 1999 Suzuki GS50024,191 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT661 WGJ
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS500
Year1999
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine487cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Sep 2014 19,918 miles

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

front tyre perishing

Pass 18 Apr 2013 19,027 miles

nearside footrest bent

Fail 15 Apr 2013 19,001 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

nearside footrest bent

Pass 7 Apr 2012 17,947 miles

Clutch lever shortened. (6.2.1g)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

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

Pass 30 Apr 2011 14,592 miles

Clutch lever shortened. (6.2.1g)

Rear Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Fail 30 Apr 2011 14,592 miles

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

Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Clutch lever shortened. (6.2.1g)

Rear Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 20 Feb 2010 9,841 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2009 5,835 miles
Fail 19 Mar 2009 5,772 miles

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

Rear Brake disc(s) has excessive run out (3.2.A1m)

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

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

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

Pass 20 Mar 2008 2,929 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2006 2,758 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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T661 WGJ is a 1999 Suzuki GS500 in Black with a 487cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 T661 WGJ, 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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What year was T661 WGJ registered?

T661 WGJ is a 1999 Suzuki GS500, first registered on 11 May 1999.

Is T661 WGJ safe to buy?

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