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V255 DDE

1999 Suzuki GS500

Red Petrol 487cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 May 2015
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

24,249 mi
Last recorded24,249 miles
Recorded on28 May 2014
Typical for 1999 Suzuki GS50024,191 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV255 DDE
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS500
Year1999
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine487cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 May 2014 24,249 miles

Clutch lever bent (6.2.1g)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Fail 3 May 2014 24,071 miles

Front Brake lever cannot be applied smoothly (3.1.3d) DANGEROUS

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

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3) DANGEROUS

Clutch lever bent.

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

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

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

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 25 Apr 2008 22,606 miles

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

Pass 18 May 2007 20,309 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

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

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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V255 DDE is a 1999 Suzuki GS500 in Red with a 487cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 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 V255 DDE, 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 V255 DDE registered?

V255 DDE is a 1999 Suzuki GS500, first registered on 4 September 1999.

Is V255 DDE safe to buy?

The MOT history for V255 DDE shows 4 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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