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Suzuki GS500

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 487 cc

T847 JBEMOT history

T847 JBE is a blue petrol Suzuki GS500 first used on 6 Apr 1999. Its MOT is valid until 22 Apr 2027 and it has passed 11 of 17 MOT tests, with 44,020 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Apr 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 22 Apr 2027
Mileage
44,020 mi
At MOT on 23 Apr 2026
MOT tests
17
11 passed · 6 failed
Per year
1,032 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T847 JBE
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Suzuki
Model
GS500
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
487 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
6 Apr 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 22 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
23 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T847 JBE was last recorded at 44,020 miles on 23 Apr 2026, 324 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 Jun 2020.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
43,696 miles · 2 Jun 2020
Between the last two tests
324 miles
Average per year
1,032 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 44,020 miles
  • 2020 – 43,696 miles
  • 2018 – 43,452 miles
  • 2016 – 42,909 miles
  • 2015 – 41,493 miles
  • 2013 – 40,728 miles
  • 2012 – 33,632 miles
  • 2011 – 30,614 miles
  • 2010 – 28,202 miles
  • 2009 – 25,821 miles
  • 2006 – 23,778 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass44,020 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (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.

  • Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2009–2012

  • Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

  • Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

  • Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

  • Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2012–2013

Full MOT history

17 tests since 8 Sept 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass44,020 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    44,020 miles
    Test number
    305822482943
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  2. Fail44,020 miles (+324)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,020 miles
    Test number
    421145510603
    • Repaired at testFront Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  3. Pass43,696 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    43,696 miles
    Test number
    980168124690

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail43,694 miles (+242)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,694 miles
    Test number
    335835223264
    • MajorRear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass43,452 miles (+543)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    43,452 miles
    Test number
    635060314475
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  6. Pass42,909 miles (+1,416)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    42,909 miles
    Test number
    933828419588

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass41,493 miles (+765)
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    41,493 miles
    Test number
    605129105072

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass40,728 miles (+6)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    40,728 miles
    Test number
    116591533381
    • AdvisoryBrake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)
    • AdvisoryRear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

  9. Fail40,722 miles (+214)1 failure1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,722 miles
    Test number
    598720833359
    • FailureFront Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp aim too high (1.6)
    • AdvisoryBrake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)
    • AdvisoryRear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

  10. Fail40,508 miles (+6,876)6 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,508 miles
    Test number
    806056943250
    • FailureDrive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)
    • FailureFront Brake disc(s) excessively worn (3.2.A1l)
    • FailureFront wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)
    • FailureOffside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)
    • FailureRear Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e)
    • FailureRear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront suspension assembly has slight free play between the sliding members (2.3.4)

  11. Pass33,632 miles (+79)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    33,632 miles
    Test number
    356826752404
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

  12. Fail33,553 miles (+2,939)9 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    33,553 miles
    Test number
    239272352298
    • FailureDrive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)
    • FailureExhaust mounting does not fully support the exhaust system (7.1.1.c)
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))
    • FailureHeadlamp aim too high (1.6)
    • FailureNearside Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)
    • FailureRear Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e)
    • FailureSteering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)
    • FailureWheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

  13. Fail30,614 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    30,614 miles
    Test number
    538099151250
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

  14. Pass30,614 miles (+2,412)
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    30,614 miles
    Test number
    735639551237

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass28,202 miles (+2,381)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    28,202 miles
    Test number
    503953000261

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass25,821 miles (+2,043)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    25,821 miles
    Test number
    152490819243
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

  17. Pass23,778 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    23,778 miles
    Test number
    260431256296

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T847 JBE

Does T847 JBE currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T847 JBE is valid until 22 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on T847 JBE?
The MOT on T847 JBE is valid until 22 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T847 JBE done?
T847 JBE was recorded at 44,020 miles at its MOT on 23 Apr 2026, an average of 1,032 miles a year.
Has T847 JBE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T847 JBE has failed 6 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 23 Apr 2026.
Has the mileage on T847 JBE 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 T847 JBE find?
T847 JBE passed its latest MOT on 23 Apr 2026 with 3 advisories: front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread.

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