MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
35,072 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))
Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
frame and brackets getting corroded
Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)
Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)
Rear Brake disc(s) excessively pitted (3.2.A1l)
Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))
Rear suspension bush has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))
Front suspension has inadequate damping effect. (2.3.6c)
Headlamp aim too high (1.6)
Lower Rear mono-shock pivot excessively worn (2.4.B.4)
rear brake disc is corroded
Offside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)
How Reliable is the Suzuki GS500?
Based on 55,003 MOT tests across 6,013 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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V47 DVU is a 1999 Suzuki GS500 in Red with a 487cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.
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 V47 DVU, 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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V47 DVU is a 1999 Suzuki GS500, first registered on 1 September 1999.
Is V47 DVU safe to buy?
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