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V165 FDL

1999 Suzuki GS500

Black Petrol 487cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Apr 2018
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

31,339 mi
Last recorded31,339 miles
Recorded on24 Apr 2017
Typical for 1999 Suzuki GS50024,191 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV165 FDL
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS500
Year1999
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine487cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Apr 2017 31,339 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Fail 22 Apr 2017 31,339 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

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

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 24 Mar 2016 29,578 miles

Offside offside spark plug loose in thread

Steering headbearing has slight free play slight play in steering bearings (2.2.2)

Pass 7 Mar 2015 21,082 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2014 20,190 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

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

Pass 11 Sep 2013 17,967 miles

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

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 5 Sep 2012 14,431 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2011 11,151 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2009 10,962 miles

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

Pass 16 Oct 2008 9,720 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2007 8,264 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2006 6,745 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2005 5,874 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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V165 FDL is a 1999 Suzuki GS500 in Black with a 487cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 V165 FDL, 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 V165 FDL registered?

V165 FDL is a 1999 Suzuki GS500, first registered on 1 September 1999.

Is V165 FDL safe to buy?

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