MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
61,259 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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GENERAL FRAME CORROSION
Rear BRAKE CALIPER TIE ROD SECURITY DEVICE IS INCORRECT
Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
GENERAL FRAME CORROSION
Rear BRAKE CALIPER TIE ROD SECURITY DEVICE IS INCORRECT
Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i)) DANGEROUS
Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)
Locking device(s) not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h)
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)
rear brake slightly binding
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)
rear brake slightly binding
Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)
Offside Front Brake pad(s) contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)
Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)
Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)
Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)
Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))
Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1b)
How Reliable is the Suzuki GS500?
Based on 55,003 MOT tests across 6,013 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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V43 DMW is a 1999 Suzuki GS500 in Blue with a 487cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.
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 V43 DMW, 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 V43 DMW registered?
V43 DMW is a 1999 Suzuki GS500, first registered on 23 December 1999.
Is V43 DMW safe to buy?
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