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R173 PRB

1998 Suzuki GS500

Orange Petrol 487cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Feb 2009
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

24,411 mi
Last recorded24,411 miles
Recorded on23 Feb 2008
Typical for 1998 Suzuki GS50024,455 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR173 PRB
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS500
Year1998
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine487cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Feb 2008 24,411 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Fail 23 Feb 2008 24,411 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

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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R173 PRB is a 1998 Suzuki GS500 in Orange with a 487cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 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 R173 PRB, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of R173 PRB?

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What year was R173 PRB registered?

R173 PRB is a 1998 Suzuki GS500, first registered on 20 January 1998.

Is R173 PRB safe to buy?

The MOT history for R173 PRB shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does R173 PRB have outstanding finance?

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