MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
40,802 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Rear Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j))
Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))
Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))
Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))
oil leak gearbox casing
Front Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
Throttle control functioning such that safe operation of the motorcycle is adversely affected cable fouling when turning - revving up (6.2.7 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS
Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))
Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))
Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))
oil leak gearbox casing
Suspension component pin or bush likely to become detached brake torque arm pin missing (5.3.4 (a) (ii))
Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))
front brake pads 2.0mm
rear tyre tread depth 2.5mm
How Reliable is the Suzuki GS500?
Based on 55,003 MOT tests across 6,013 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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V285 WUB is a 1999 Suzuki GS500 in Red with a 487cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.
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 V285 WUB, 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 V285 WUB registered?
V285 WUB is a 1999 Suzuki GS500, first registered on 1 September 1999.
Is V285 WUB safe to buy?
The MOT history for V285 WUB shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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