MOT Status
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38,818 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))
Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))
Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))
Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))
Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))
All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))
Engine mounting/bracket bracket damaged but not to excess front lower engine case/mount fractured from nearside (6.1.8 (a) (i))
Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
Fork yoke deformed but serviceable top yolk (2.2.2 (d) (i))
Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))
Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))
Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
Fuel tank leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))
Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
Fuel tank loose. (mounting rubber missing)
Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)
Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1a)
Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)
Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil Both (2.3.3)
Rear Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e)
Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)
Fuel tank loose. (mounting rubber missing)
Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)
Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1a)
Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)
Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)
Front Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)
Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)
Nearside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)
Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)
Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))
Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)
Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))
Headlamp aim too low (1.6)
Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))
Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)
Front Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e)
Rear Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e)
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d)
Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))
Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)
Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)
How Reliable is the Suzuki GS500?
Based on 55,003 MOT tests across 6,013 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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T709 SMR is a 1999 Suzuki GS500 in Red with a 487cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.1%.
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 T709 SMR, 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 T709 SMR registered?
T709 SMR is a 1999 Suzuki GS500, first registered on 24 June 1999.
Is T709 SMR safe to buy?
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