MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
37,180 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Vehicle Details
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Rear tyre valve perishing/cracking slightly
Front Steering headbearing has excessive wear or free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))
Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1b)
slight bind to rear brake
Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)
Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1b)
slight bind to rear brake
Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)
Headlamp aim too high (1.6)
Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)
Rear wheel has a loose wheel nut(s) (4.2.3a)
Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)
Main stand spring weak
Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)
Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)
Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)
Headlamp aim too high (1.6)
Rear reflector on motorcycle incorrectly positioned (1.4.2d)
Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)
Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)
Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
How Reliable is the Suzuki GS500?
Based on 55,003 MOT tests across 6,013 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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V185 RWL is a 1999 Suzuki GS500 in Yellow with a 487cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 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 V185 RWL, 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 V185 RWL registered?
V185 RWL is a 1999 Suzuki GS500, first registered on 18 September 1999.
Is V185 RWL safe to buy?
The MOT history for V185 RWL shows 16 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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