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S956 JGC

1999 Suzuki GS500

Blue Petrol 487cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Aug 2011
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

13,927 mi
Last recorded13,927 miles
Recorded on17 Aug 2010
Typical for 1999 Suzuki GS50024,191 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS956 JGC
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS500
Year1999
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine487cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Aug 2010 13,927 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2009 13,683 miles
Fail 6 Oct 2009 13,683 miles

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Pass 23 Sep 2008 13,141 miles

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

Pass 1 Jun 2007 12,923 miles

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

Pass 13 Apr 2006 12,721 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

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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S956 JGC is a 1999 Suzuki GS500 in Blue with a 487cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 S956 JGC, 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 S956 JGC?

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What year was S956 JGC registered?

S956 JGC is a 1999 Suzuki GS500, first registered on 11 February 1999.

Is S956 JGC safe to buy?

The MOT history for S956 JGC shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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