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N137 PJR

1996 Suzuki GS500

Red Petrol 487cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Oct 2020
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

30,580 mi
Last recorded30,580 miles
Recorded on22 Oct 2019
Typical for 1996 Suzuki GS50026,155 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN137 PJR
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS500
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine487cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 22 Oct 2019 30,580 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2018 30,547 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2017 30,523 miles

Both tyres have slight cracks between the treads

Pass 22 Aug 2016 30,514 miles

Front disc has slight movement in the bobbing's

Fail 3 Mar 2009 29,099 miles

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 3 Mar 2009 29,099 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2007 27,938 miles
Fail 5 Apr 2007 27,922 miles

Centre Rear Lower Rear suspension bush has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Nearside Rear Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Offside Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

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

Fail 31 Mar 2007 27,908 miles

Centre Rear Rear suspension bush has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Nearside Rear Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Nearside Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Nearside Rear Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Pass 31 Mar 2006 23,837 miles
Fail 25 Mar 2006 23,828 miles

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

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

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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N137 PJR is a 1996 Suzuki GS500 in Red with a 487cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

Across all 1996 Suzuki GS500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.6% with a typical mileage of 26,155 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 GS500 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 1,184 recorded failures. If you're considering buying N137 PJR, 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 30 years old, this Suzuki GS500 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was N137 PJR registered?

N137 PJR is a 1996 Suzuki GS500, first registered on 27 January 1996.

Is N137 PJR safe to buy?

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