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R115 PNL

1998 Suzuki GS500

Red Petrol 487cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Sep 2012
Tests11 (6 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate54.5%

Mileage

29,766 mi
Last recorded29,766 miles
Recorded on8 Sep 2011
Typical for 1998 Suzuki GS50024,455 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR115 PNL
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS500
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine487cc

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MOT History

6 pass 5 fail
Pass 8 Sep 2011 29,766 miles

Rear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive (2.4.B.4)

Fail 6 Sep 2011 29,759 miles

Front suspension has inadequate damping effect. (2.3.6c)

Rear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive (2.4.B.4)

Fail 13 Sep 2010 25,748 miles

Front Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 13 Sep 2010 25,748 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2009 20,596 miles

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

Fail 5 Sep 2009 20,596 miles

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

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

Fail 19 May 2008 12,830 miles

Front Plate brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.B1a)

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

Pass 19 May 2008 12,830 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2007 10,159 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2006 8,181 miles
Fail 22 Apr 2006 8,181 miles

Front Plate brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.B1a)

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

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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R115 PNL is a 1998 Suzuki GS500 in Red with a 487cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 54.5%.

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 R115 PNL, 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 R115 PNL registered?

R115 PNL is a 1998 Suzuki GS500, first registered on 21 February 1998.

Is R115 PNL safe to buy?

The MOT history for R115 PNL 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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