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B8 NWL

1997 Suzuki GS500

Blue Petrol 487cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Sep 2015
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

12,545 mi
Last recorded12,545 miles
Recorded on26 Sep 2014
Typical for 1997 Suzuki GS50026,370 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB8 NWL
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS500
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine487cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Sep 2014 12,545 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 13 Sep 2013 12,449 miles

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Fail 12 Sep 2013 12,440 miles

Brake pedal has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Pass 27 Jan 2012 10,593 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 5 Feb 2011 7,459 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2008 7,423 miles
Pass 11 May 2007 7,395 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2006 7,030 miles

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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B8 NWL is a 1997 Suzuki GS500 in Blue with a 487cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 1997 Suzuki GS500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.9% with a typical mileage of 26,370 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 B8 NWL, 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 29 years old, this Suzuki GS500 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was B8 NWL registered?

B8 NWL is a 1997 Suzuki GS500, first registered on 22 August 1997.

Is B8 NWL safe to buy?

The MOT history for B8 NWL shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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