CarVerify

Free Car Check

R778 DJW

1997 Suzuki GS500

Green Petrol 487cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jun 2015
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

49,680 mi
Last recorded49,680 miles
Recorded on21 Jun 2014
Typical for 1997 Suzuki GS50026,370 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

4 checks still locked for this Suzuki
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationR778 DJW
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS500
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine487cc
View full Suzuki GS500 reliability data

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

7 pass
Pass 21 Jun 2014 49,680 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

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

Pass 6 Sep 2011 49,637 miles

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

Pass 16 Aug 2010 49,222 miles

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

Pass 21 Aug 2009 47,997 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2008 47,996 miles

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicator damaged but function not impaired (1.5.3a)

Pass 6 Jun 2007 47,096 miles

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

Evidance of accident damage to offside of bike

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

Rear Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 2 Jun 2006 46,708 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
Full Suzuki GS500 reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

R778 DJW is a 1997 Suzuki GS500 in Green with a 487cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1997 Suzuki GS500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.9% with a typical mileage of 26,370 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 R778 DJW, 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 29 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 R778 DJW?

You can check the full history of R778 DJW by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was R778 DJW registered?

R778 DJW is a 1997 Suzuki GS500, first registered on 1 August 1997.

Is R778 DJW safe to buy?

The MOT history for R778 DJW shows 7 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does R778 DJW have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on R778 DJW. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.