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V379 JCA

1999 Suzuki GS500

Yellow Petrol 487cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Nov 2026
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

45,407 mi
Last recorded45,407 miles
Recorded on14 Oct 2025
Typical for 1999 Suzuki GS50024,191 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV379 JCA
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS500
Year1999
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine487cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 14 Oct 2025 45,407 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 4 Oct 2024 44,268 miles

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 13 Oct 2023 43,676 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 14 Oct 2022 42,754 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2021 41,544 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2020 40,378 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2019 37,204 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2018 35,163 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2017 33,781 miles

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Fail 16 Dec 2017 33,781 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Fail 23 Jan 2017 33,778 miles

Clutch lever positioned so it cannot be readily operated. excessive free play in cable (6.2.1g)

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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

Rear suspension bearing has excessive free play mainly in frame mounted linkage bearing (2.4.A2a(i))

Rear Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

offside handlebar slightly bent

Pass 25 Mar 2015 33,047 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2014 32,831 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

slight play in gear pedal pivot

Pass 20 Mar 2013 25,766 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

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

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

Pass 29 Feb 2012 25,594 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2011 23,080 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2010 20,572 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 28 Mar 2009 17,227 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 3 Apr 2008 16,490 miles
Fail 3 Apr 2008 16,490 miles

Locking device(s) not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h)

Pass 4 May 2006 15,894 miles
Fail 22 Apr 2006 15,894 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

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

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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V379 JCA is a 1999 Suzuki GS500 in Yellow with a 487cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 V379 JCA, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was V379 JCA registered?

V379 JCA is a 1999 Suzuki GS500, first registered on 16 November 1999.

Is V379 JCA safe to buy?

The MOT history for V379 JCA shows 22 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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