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V85 DNB

1999 Suzuki GS500

Black Petrol 487cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Nov 2010
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

44,970 mi
Last recorded44,970 miles
Recorded on17 Nov 2009
Typical for 1999 Suzuki GS50024,191 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV85 DNB
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS500
Year1999
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine487cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Nov 2009 44,970 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2009 44,964 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2008 44,031 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2007 42,212 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2006 36,647 miles

Rear Stop lamp deteriorated but function not impaired (1.3.3a)

Pass 1 Sep 2005 31,064 miles
Fail 1 Sep 2005 31,064 miles

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

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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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V85 DNB is a 1999 Suzuki GS500 in Black with a 487cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 V85 DNB, 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 V85 DNB registered?

V85 DNB is a 1999 Suzuki GS500, first registered on 1 September 1999.

Is V85 DNB safe to buy?

The MOT history for V85 DNB shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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