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R346 FGP

1998 Suzuki GS500

Black Petrol 487cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Apr 2017
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

65,036 mi
Last recorded65,036 miles
Recorded on20 Apr 2016
Typical for 1998 Suzuki GS50024,455 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR346 FGP
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS500
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine487cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 Apr 2016 65,036 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2014 64,879 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2013 62,451 miles

Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Fail 26 Sep 2013 62,451 miles

Front Brake disc(s) cracked (3.2.A1g) DANGEROUS

Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

l/h handlebar weight missing

twin bulb rear light one not working

Fail 22 Sep 2012 60,826 miles

Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1a)

rear tyre was 12 psi

small cut rear tyre

Pass 22 Sep 2012 60,826 miles

Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1a)

rear tyre was 12 psi

small cut rear tyre

Pass 21 Sep 2011 59,846 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 14 Jul 2010 58,374 miles

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

Fail 8 Jul 2010 58,369 miles

Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

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

Pass 6 May 2008 57,761 miles

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 25 Feb 2006 54,333 miles
Fail 11 Feb 2006 54,266 miles

Front Front suspension has inadequate damping effect. (2.3.6c)

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

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

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

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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R346 FGP is a 1998 Suzuki GS500 in Black with a 487cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 R346 FGP, 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 R346 FGP registered?

R346 FGP is a 1998 Suzuki GS500, first registered on 21 March 1998.

Is R346 FGP safe to buy?

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