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Suzuki GS500

Turquoise · Petrol · 1999 · 487 cc

T855 KAWMOT history

T855 KAW is a turquoise petrol Suzuki GS500 first used on 25 Mar 1999. Its MOT expired on 30 Jun 2026 and it has passed 17 of 20 MOT tests, with 32,414 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Jun 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 30 Jun 2026
Mileage
32,414 mi
At MOT on 23 Jun 2025
MOT tests
20
17 passed · 3 failed
Per year
1,071 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T855 KAW
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Suzuki
Model
GS500
Colour
Turquoise
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
487 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
25 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 30 Jun 2026
Latest MOT test
23 Jun 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

T855 KAW was last recorded at 32,414 miles on 23 Jun 2025, 7,396 miles more than at the previous MOT on 1 Jul 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
25,018 miles · 1 Jul 2024
Between the last two tests
7,396 miles
Average per year
1,071 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 32,414 miles
  • 2024 – 25,018 miles
  • 2022 – 23,295 miles
  • 2021 – 21,803 miles
  • 2019 – 18,010 miles
  • 2018 – 16,568 miles
  • 2017 – 15,968 miles
  • 2016 – 15,327 miles
  • 2015 – 14,814 miles
  • 2014 – 14,724 miles
  • 2013 – 14,075 miles
  • 2012 – 13,617 miles
  • 2011 – 13,347 miles
  • 2010 – 13,267 miles
  • 2009 – 12,807 miles
  • 2007 – 12,397 miles
  • 2006 – 12,143 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass32,414 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

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.

  • Drive chain slightly loose

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2006–2013

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass32,414 miles (+7,396)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    32,414 miles
    Test number
    586996103623
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

  2. Pass25,018 miles (+1,723)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    25,018 miles
    Test number
    798477738592

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass23,295 miles (+1,492)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    23,295 miles
    Test number
    367223207428
    • AdvisoryDrive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

  4. Pass21,803 miles (+3,793)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    21,803 miles
    Test number
    926253738162
    • AdvisoryDrive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

  5. Pass18,010 miles (+1,442)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    18,010 miles
    Test number
    476331147297
    • AdvisoryDrive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

  6. Pass16,568 miles (+600)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    16,568 miles
    Test number
    893355484599
    • AdvisoryRear valve stem in rear wheel perished and split

  7. Pass15,968 miles (+7)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    15,968 miles
    Test number
    306433076286
    • AdvisoryExhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

  8. Fail15,961 miles (+634)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    15,961 miles
    Test number
    513951651073
    • FailureHeadlamp aim too low (1.6)
    • FailureRear Brake pedal has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)
    • AdvisoryExhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

  9. Pass15,327 miles (+9)
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    15,327 miles
    Test number
    614567370526

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail15,318 miles (+504)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    15,318 miles
    Test number
    263136145322
    • FailureFuel system component leaking (7.2.1a)
    • FailureHeadlamp aim too high (1.6)

  11. Pass14,814 miles (+90)
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    14,814 miles
    Test number
    653177362466

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail14,724 miles1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    14,724 miles
    Test number
    535032544263
    • Repaired at testRear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

  13. Pass14,724 miles (+649)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    14,724 miles
    Test number
    676732944257
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

  14. Pass14,075 miles (+458)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    14,075 miles
    Test number
    268023243244
    • AdvisoryDrive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

  15. Pass13,617 miles (+270)1 note
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    13,617 miles
    Test number
    525166352267
    • NoteOil leak

  16. Pass13,347 miles (+80)
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    13,347 miles
    Test number
    378215361455

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass13,267 miles (+460)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    13,267 miles
    Test number
    683357250250
    • AdvisoryDrive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

  18. Pass12,807 miles (+410)
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2010
    Odometer
    12,807 miles
    Test number
    853282059105

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass12,397 miles (+254)
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    12,397 miles
    Test number
    801289417293

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass12,143 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    12,143 miles
    Test number
    213828696115
    • AdvisoryDrive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Questions about T855 KAW

Does T855 KAW currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T855 KAW expired on 30 Jun 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T855 KAW?
The MOT on T855 KAW expired on 30 Jun 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T855 KAW done?
T855 KAW was recorded at 32,414 miles at its MOT on 23 Jun 2025, an average of 1,071 miles a year.
Has T855 KAW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T855 KAW has failed 3 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 15 Jul 2017.
Has the mileage on T855 KAW 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 T855 KAW find?
T855 KAW passed its latest MOT on 23 Jun 2025 with 2 advisories: nearside front lower shock absorber has a light misting of oil; nearside rear lower drive chain slightly loose.

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