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V164 FAL

1999 Suzuki GS500

Orange Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 May 2012
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

21,990 mi
Last recorded21,990 miles
Recorded on31 May 2011
Typical for 1999 Suzuki GS50024,191 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV164 FAL
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS500
Year1999
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 31 May 2011 21,990 miles

Rear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive (2.4.B.4)

rear tyre sidewall perished

Pass 25 May 2010 20,765 miles
Fail 19 May 2010 20,765 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

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

Steering movement excessively stiff with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Pass 9 May 2009 20,255 miles
Pass 23 May 2008 19,566 miles
Pass 15 May 2007 18,984 miles
Fail 7 May 2007 18,972 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Pass 12 May 2006 18,801 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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V164 FAL is a 1999 Suzuki GS500 in Orange with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 V164 FAL, 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 V164 FAL registered?

V164 FAL is a 1999 Suzuki GS500, first registered on 8 November 1999.

Is V164 FAL safe to buy?

The MOT history for V164 FAL shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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