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R426 AHE

1998 Suzuki GS500

Blue Petrol 487cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jun 2022
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

27,344 mi
Last recorded27,344 miles
Recorded on6 Jun 2021
Typical for 1998 Suzuki GS50024,455 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR426 AHE
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS500
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine487cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Jun 2021 27,344 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Fail 5 Jun 2021 27,342 miles

Drive chain worn to excess (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Drive chain sprocket so worn it is likely to fail rear sprocket loose (6.1.7 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Forks in such a condition that steering control is adversely affected no damping and bottom out (2.2.2 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Pass 2 Nov 2012 27,152 miles

Offside Rear Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

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

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

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 28 Jan 2011 22,324 miles

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

Pass 9 Dec 2009 17,191 miles

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

Rear Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

rear drive chain noisey

Pass 21 Nov 2008 10,985 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2007 10,846 miles

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

Pass 18 Nov 2006 10,148 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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R426 AHE is a 1998 Suzuki GS500 in Blue with a 487cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 R426 AHE, 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 R426 AHE registered?

R426 AHE is a 1998 Suzuki GS500, first registered on 19 May 1998.

Is R426 AHE safe to buy?

The MOT history for R426 AHE shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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