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V186 RWL

1999 Suzuki GS500

Yellow Petrol 487cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Oct 2008
Tests5 (2 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate40%

Mileage

23,409 mi
Last recorded23,409 miles
Recorded on1 Nov 2007
Typical for 1999 Suzuki GS50024,191 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV186 RWL
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS500
Year1999
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine487cc

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MOT History

2 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 Nov 2007 23,409 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Fail 1 Nov 2007 23,409 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

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

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 31 Jan 2006 22,670 miles
Fail 27 Jan 2006 22,670 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6.2)

Rear Brake component has restricted free movement and operation is likely to be impeded (3.2.A1h)

Front Brake component has restricted free movement and operation is likely to be impeded (3.2.A1h) DANGEROUS

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii)) DANGEROUS

Fail 20 Jan 2006 22,560 miles

Front Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1) DANGEROUS

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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V186 RWL is a 1999 Suzuki GS500 in Yellow with a 487cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 40%.

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 V186 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 V186 RWL registered?

V186 RWL is a 1999 Suzuki GS500, first registered on 18 September 1999.

Is V186 RWL safe to buy?

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