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S798 JDM

1999 Suzuki GS500

Red Petrol 487cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Oct 2025
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

88,224 mi
Last recorded88,224 miles
Recorded on29 Oct 2024
Typical for 1999 Suzuki GS50024,191 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS798 JDM
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS500
Year1999
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine487cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Oct 2024 88,224 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2023 87,946 miles
Pass 17 May 2022 87,375 miles
Pass 28 May 2021 86,740 miles
Fail 28 May 2021 86,740 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 20 May 2020 85,945 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2019 85,255 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2017 84,722 miles

Nearside Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Offside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 23 Jun 2015 84,522 miles

n/s footrest rubber worn

Pass 20 Mar 2009 80,948 miles

Nearside Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Nearside Rear Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Pass 31 Mar 2008 71,080 miles

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

Pass 31 Mar 2007 70,178 miles

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

Pass 29 Mar 2006 66,216 miles

Centre Front Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1b)

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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S798 JDM is a 1999 Suzuki GS500 in Red with a 487cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

Across all 1999 Suzuki GS500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.1% with a typical mileage of 24,191 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 S798 JDM, 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 27 years old, this Suzuki GS500 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was S798 JDM registered?

S798 JDM is a 1999 Suzuki GS500, first registered on 8 January 1999.

Is S798 JDM safe to buy?

The MOT history for S798 JDM shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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