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R126 PNL

1998 Suzuki GS500

Black Petrol 487cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 May 2013
Tests4 (2 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

19,999 mi
Last recorded19,999 miles
Recorded on29 May 2012
Typical for 1998 Suzuki GS50024,455 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR126 PNL
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS500
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine487cc

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MOT History

2 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 May 2012 19,999 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Rear suspension slightly corroded (2.4.A.2d)

Fail 17 May 2012 19,999 miles

Centre Front Headlamp aim not tested (1.6)

Front Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Nearside Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

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

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Rear suspension slightly corroded (2.4.A.2d)

Fail 7 Apr 2007 19,999 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator insecure (1.5.3b)

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b)

Nearside Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Brake disc(s) excessively scored (3.2.A1l) DANGEROUS

Rear Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c) DANGEROUS

gear stick loose

Pass 3 Apr 2006 19,999 miles

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

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
Full Suzuki GS500 reliability report

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R126 PNL is a 1998 Suzuki GS500 in Black with a 487cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 R126 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 R126 PNL registered?

R126 PNL is a 1998 Suzuki GS500, first registered on 10 March 1998.

Is R126 PNL safe to buy?

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