MOT Status
ValidMileage
29,132 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))
oil leak
Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))
Tyre incorrect because a bias-belted tyre is fitted to the front and a cross-ply tyre is fitted to the rear (5.2.3 (a))
Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))
oil leak
Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)
Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)
Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))
Front Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)
Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)
Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)
Headlamp aim too low (1.6)
Locking device(s) not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h)
Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)
Headlamp aim too low (1.6)
Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)
Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Clutch lever bent (6.2.1g)
Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))
Clutch lever bent (6.2.1g)
How Reliable is the Suzuki GS500?
Based on 55,003 MOT tests across 6,013 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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RA57 DHC is a 2008 Suzuki GS500 in Blue with a 487cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.
Across all 2008 Suzuki GS500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.3% with a typical mileage of 14,156 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 RA57 DHC, 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 18 years old, this Suzuki GS500 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.
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What year was RA57 DHC registered?
RA57 DHC is a 2008 Suzuki GS500, first registered on 29 January 2008.
Is RA57 DHC safe to buy?
The MOT history for RA57 DHC shows 12 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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