MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
29,318 miAbove average mileage for this year
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Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))
Front Brake disc(s) excessively scored (3.2.A1l)
Front Brake disc(s) excessively worn (3.2.A1l)
Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))
Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)
Horn not working (1.7.3a)
Nearside Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)
Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)
Rear Brake disc(s) excessively scored (3.2.A1l)
Rear Brake disc(s) excessively worn (3.2.A1l)
Rear Brake locking device missing (3.2.A1e)
Rear Stop lamp damaged and function impaired (1.3.3a)
Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)
Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)
Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))
Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))
electric-start not working.
Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)
Front Brake lever cannot be applied smoothly (3.1.3d)
Front Brake lever cannot be released smoothly (3.1.3d)
Front Roller brake test indicates a severely grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)
Front Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)
Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)
Horn missing (1.7.1)
Offside Rear wheel spindle securing nut locking device insecure (2.4.A.2b)
Rear Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)
Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)
Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)
Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))
Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))
both float bowl joints damp.
one tail light bulb not working.
Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))
Front Roller brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.A1a)
Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)
Front mudguard insecure (2.3.7)
Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)
How Reliable is the Suzuki GS500?
Based on 55,003 MOT tests across 6,013 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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R142 BVS is a 1998 Suzuki GS500 in Blue 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 R142 BVS, 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 R142 BVS registered?
R142 BVS is a 1998 Suzuki GS500, first registered on 31 December 1998.
Is R142 BVS safe to buy?
The MOT history for R142 BVS 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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