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M476 YWL

1998 Suzuki GS500

Black Petrol 500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Aug 2016
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

31,374 mi
Last recorded31,374 miles
Recorded on20 Aug 2015
Typical for 1998 Suzuki GS50024,455 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM476 YWL
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS500
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine500cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Aug 2015 31,374 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Fail 17 Oct 2012 29,781 miles

Front Tyre has a lump caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii))

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Pass 17 Oct 2012 29,781 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Fail 4 Oct 2011 29,626 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 4 Oct 2011 29,626 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 12 Dec 2009 25,621 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 22 Jul 2008 25,168 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2007 24,727 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2006 23,848 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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M476 YWL is a 1998 Suzuki GS500 in Black with a 500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 M476 YWL, 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 M476 YWL registered?

M476 YWL is a 1998 Suzuki GS500, first registered on 17 September 1998.

Is M476 YWL safe to buy?

The MOT history for M476 YWL shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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