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M247 BBY

1995 Suzuki GS500E

Green Petrol 487cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jun 2009
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

46,522 mi
Last recorded46,522 miles
Recorded on4 Jun 2008
Typical for 1995 Suzuki GS500E28,110 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM247 BBY
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS500E
Year1995
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine487cc
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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Jun 2008 46,522 miles

Handlebar mounting slightly deteriorated (2.1.1d)

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

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 31 May 2007 44,071 miles

Nail in rear tyre

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 9 Jun 2006 39,919 miles
Fail 16 May 2006 39,901 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

How Reliable is the Suzuki GS500E?

Based on 2,277 MOT tests across 304 vehicles.

77.2%
Pass Rate
773
Miles/Year
37
Year Lifespan
304
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 90
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 41
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 41
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 40
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 39
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M247 BBY is a 1995 Suzuki GS500E in Green with a 487cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1995 Suzuki GS500E models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.6% with a typical mileage of 28,110 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Suzuki GS500E fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 90 recorded failures. If you're considering buying M247 BBY, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki GS500E typically stays on UK roads for around 37 years. At 31 years old, this Suzuki GS500E is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was M247 BBY registered?

M247 BBY is a 1995 Suzuki GS500E, first registered on 10 March 1995.

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