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R424 XWG

1998 Suzuki GS500

Red Petrol 487cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Feb 2012
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

32,470 mi
Last recorded32,470 miles
Recorded on23 Feb 2011
Typical for 1998 Suzuki GS50024,455 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR424 XWG
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS500
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine487cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Feb 2011 32,470 miles
Fail 23 Feb 2011 32,466 miles

Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Nail in rear tyre

Pass 21 Aug 2009 30,847 miles
Fail 13 Aug 2009 30,775 miles

Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.2a(i))

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 25 Jul 2008 21,963 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Pass 12 Jul 2007 20,560 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2006 19,175 miles

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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R424 XWG is a 1998 Suzuki GS500 in Red with a 487cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 R424 XWG, 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 R424 XWG?

You can check the full history of R424 XWG by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was R424 XWG registered?

R424 XWG is a 1998 Suzuki GS500, first registered on 11 February 1998.

Is R424 XWG safe to buy?

The MOT history for R424 XWG shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does R424 XWG have outstanding finance?

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