MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
66,410 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)
Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)
Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)
Rear Brake locking device missing (3.2.A1e)
Rear Stop lamp deteriorated and function impaired (1.3.3a)
Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)
Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)
Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)
Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)
Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)
Rear Brake locking device missing (3.2.A1e)
Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)
Headlamp aim too high (1.6)
lock stop has been repaired by welding
Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)
lock stop has been repaired by welding
Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)
Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))
Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)
Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)
Rear Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))
Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)
Front Steering lock stop missing (2.1.3) DANGEROUS
Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)
Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))
Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)
Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
How Reliable is the Suzuki GS500?
Based on 55,003 MOT tests across 6,013 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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W981 RLJ is a 2000 Suzuki GS500 in Black with a 487cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 54.5%.
Across all 2000 Suzuki GS500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.7% with a typical mileage of 23,788 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 W981 RLJ, 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 26 years old, this Suzuki GS500 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.
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What year was W981 RLJ registered?
W981 RLJ is a 2000 Suzuki GS500, first registered on 14 July 2000.
Is W981 RLJ safe to buy?
The MOT history for W981 RLJ shows 11 tests with a 54.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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