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V611 DUX

1999 Suzuki GS500

Black Petrol 500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jun 2009
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

24,968 mi
Last recorded24,968 miles
Recorded on14 Jun 2008
Typical for 1999 Suzuki GS50024,191 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV611 DUX
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS500
Year1999
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine500cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Jun 2008 24,968 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Front brake caliper sliding pins slightly worn.

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

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

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

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1a)

Fail 16 May 2008 24,951 miles

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

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

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

Pass 4 Nov 2006 23,857 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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

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

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 10 Sep 2005 22,193 miles

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

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

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

Rear Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

front brake hose long to excess

Fail 2 Sep 2005 22,167 miles

Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

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

Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Upper Rear mono-shock pivot excessively worn (2.4.B.4)

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

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

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

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

front brake hose long to excess

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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V611 DUX is a 1999 Suzuki GS500 in Black with a 500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 V611 DUX, 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 V611 DUX registered?

V611 DUX is a 1999 Suzuki GS500, first registered on 1 September 1999.

Is V611 DUX safe to buy?

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