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S232 RUY

1998 Suzuki GS500

Blue Petrol 487cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jun 2012
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

43,436 mi
Last recorded43,436 miles
Recorded on1 Jul 2011
Typical for 1998 Suzuki GS50024,455 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS232 RUY
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS500
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine487cc
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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Jul 2011 43,436 miles
Pass 15 May 2010 41,756 miles
Pass 12 May 2009 40,229 miles

Rear Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 30 Apr 2008 39,005 miles
Pass 23 May 2007 36,130 miles

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

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1a)

Fail 21 May 2007 36,130 miles

Brake lever cannot be applied smoothly (3.1.3d)

Rear Brake disc(s) is excessively distorted (3.2.A1m)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1a)

Pass 3 May 2006 29,978 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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S232 RUY is a 1998 Suzuki GS500 in Blue with a 487cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 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 S232 RUY, 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 S232 RUY?

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What year was S232 RUY registered?

S232 RUY is a 1998 Suzuki GS500, first registered on 12 August 1998.

Is S232 RUY safe to buy?

The MOT history for S232 RUY shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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