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Suzuki GS500

Black · Petrol · 1999 · 487 cc

T172 RPTMOT history

T172 RPT is a black petrol Suzuki GS500 first used on 26 May 1999. Its MOT expired on 14 Sept 2024 and it has passed 4 of 7 MOT tests, with 23,176 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 Sept 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 14 Sept 2024
Mileage
23,176 mi
At MOT on 15 Sept 2023
MOT tests
7
4 passed · 3 failed
Per year
971 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T172 RPT
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Suzuki
Model
GS500
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
487 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
26 May 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 14 Sept 2024
Latest MOT test
15 Sept 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

T172 RPT was last recorded at 23,176 miles on 15 Sept 2023, 1,574 miles more than at the previous MOT on 8 Sept 2020.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
21,602 miles · 8 Sept 2020
Between the last two tests
1,574 miles
Average per year
971 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 23,176 miles
  • 2020 – 21,602 miles
  • 2019 – 19,167 miles
  • 2018 – 18,324 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass23,176 miles
  • AdvisoryCentral Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Exhaust noisy Aftermarket louder than original (8.1.1 (a))
  • AdvisoryShock absorber has a reduced damping effect front &rear (5.3.2 (b))

What MOT advisories mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Exhaust noisy

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

Full MOT history

7 tests since 7 Aug 2018, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass23,176 miles (+1,574)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    23,176 miles
    Test number
    688325211516
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Exhaust noisy Aftermarket louder than original (8.1.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryShock absorber has a reduced damping effect front &rear (5.3.2 (b))

  2. Pass21,602 miles (+2,435)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    21,602 miles
    Test number
    928581690136
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
    • AdvisorySteering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

  3. Pass19,167 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    19,167 miles
    Test number
    183192525673
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

  4. Fail19,167 miles (+843)1 dangerous1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    19,167 miles
    Test number
    373195876360
    • DangerousFront Motorcycle structure joining/attachment plate or fastening so insecure that structural rigidity is seriously reduced (6.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorRear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

  5. Pass18,324 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    18,324 miles
    Test number
    591236543051
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Fail18,324 miles (+108)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    18,324 miles
    Test number
    128091595466
    • DangerousFront Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Fail18,216 miles2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    18,216 miles
    Test number
    431562454363
    • MajorRear Brake indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))
    • MajorWheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.4 (a))

Questions about T172 RPT

Does T172 RPT currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T172 RPT expired on 14 Sept 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T172 RPT?
The MOT on T172 RPT expired on 14 Sept 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T172 RPT done?
T172 RPT was recorded at 23,176 miles at its MOT on 15 Sept 2023, an average of 971 miles a year.
Has T172 RPT ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T172 RPT has failed 3 of its 7 MOT tests, most recently on 9 Sept 2019.
Has the mileage on T172 RPT ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on T172 RPT find?
T172 RPT passed its latest MOT on 15 Sept 2023 with 3 advisories: central front tyre worn close to the legal limit; offside rear exhaust noisy aftermarket louder than original; shock absorber has a reduced damping effect front &rear.

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