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V903 JRL

1999 Suzuki GS500

Yellow Petrol 487cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 May 2017
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

45,621 mi
Last recorded45,621 miles
Recorded on13 May 2016
Typical for 1999 Suzuki GS50024,191 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV903 JRL
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS500
Year1999
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine487cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 May 2016 45,621 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Fork dust seals perished

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. Stancions (2.3.1)

Motorcycle structure slightly corroded Throughout (6.1.1a)

Pass 20 May 2015 45,153 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

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

Rear spring corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4A1b(ii))

Pass 12 May 2014 44,919 miles
Pass 8 May 2013 44,214 miles

clock lamps not working

Pass 11 May 2012 42,856 miles

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

Pass 12 May 2011 38,924 miles
Fail 12 May 2011 38,913 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

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

Pass 12 May 2010 36,692 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 22 Apr 2009 34,810 miles
Pass 16 May 2008 3,339 miles
Pass 14 May 2007 31,248 miles
Pass 12 May 2006 28,008 miles

advise rear brake pedal travel

Pass 14 Nov 2005 26,194 miles

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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V903 JRL is a 1999 Suzuki GS500 in Yellow with a 487cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 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 V903 JRL, 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 V903 JRL registered?

V903 JRL is a 1999 Suzuki GS500, first registered on 18 November 1999.

Is V903 JRL safe to buy?

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