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S831 GAE

1999 Suzuki GS500

Red Petrol 487cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Nov 2009
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

8,172 mi
Last recorded8,172 miles
Recorded on31 Oct 2008
Typical for 1999 Suzuki GS50024,191 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS831 GAE
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS500
Year1999
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine487cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 31 Oct 2008 8,172 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2007 3,274 miles
Fail 5 Nov 2007 3,274 miles

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Pass 28 Jul 2006 2,648 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2006 2,648 miles

Front Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

cut in front tyre not down to cords

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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S831 GAE is a 1999 Suzuki GS500 in Red with a 487cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 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 S831 GAE, 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

How do I check the history of S831 GAE?

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What year was S831 GAE registered?

S831 GAE is a 1999 Suzuki GS500, first registered on 13 January 1999.

Is S831 GAE safe to buy?

The MOT history for S831 GAE shows 5 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does S831 GAE have outstanding finance?

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