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M199 DBY

1998 Suzuki GS500

Black Petrol 487cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jan 2021
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

74,781 mi
Last recorded74,781 miles
Recorded on17 Jan 2020
Typical for 1998 Suzuki GS50024,455 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM199 DBY
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS500
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine487cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 17 Jan 2020 74,781 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2019 74,237 miles
Fail 18 Jan 2019 74,237 miles

Rear Footrest missing (6.2.12 (a))

Pass 10 May 2016 73,139 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2014 70,973 miles

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

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

Pass 3 Jun 2013 70,954 miles
Fail 20 May 2013 70,954 miles

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

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))

Pass 8 Jul 2011 64,589 miles
Fail 8 Jul 2011 64,589 miles

Front Headlamp incorrect colour (1.2.1)

Pass 5 Jan 2010 57,806 miles

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

Pass 8 Jan 2009 52,817 miles

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

Nail in offside rear tyre

Fail 6 Jan 2009 52,817 miles

Headlamp insecure (1.2.3b)

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

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

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

Nail in offside rear tyre

Pass 17 Jan 2008 47,655 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2006 23,246 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2005 22,730 miles

cut in rear tyre

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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M199 DBY is a 1998 Suzuki GS500 in Black with a 487cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

Across all 1998 Suzuki GS500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.6% with a typical mileage of 24,455 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 M199 DBY, 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 28 years old, this Suzuki GS500 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was M199 DBY registered?

M199 DBY is a 1998 Suzuki GS500, first registered on 28 January 1998.

Is M199 DBY safe to buy?

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