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N151 ETS

1996 Suzuki GS500

Red Petrol 487cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jul 2014
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

30,959 mi
Last recorded30,959 miles
Recorded on29 Jul 2013
Typical for 1996 Suzuki GS50026,155 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN151 ETS
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS500
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine487cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Jul 2013 30,959 miles

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

Rear Front suspension has slight stiffness in the movement of the suspension. (2.3.6b)

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

Pass 14 Jul 2012 27,181 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2011 21,407 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2010 20,538 miles
Pass 25 May 2009 20,035 miles

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

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

Pass 4 Jun 2007 19,766 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2007 19,755 miles

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

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

Pass 24 May 2006 19,286 miles
Fail 19 May 2006 19,273 miles

Rear Brake pedal has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (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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N151 ETS is a 1996 Suzuki GS500 in Red with a 487cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 N151 ETS, 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 N151 ETS registered?

N151 ETS is a 1996 Suzuki GS500, first registered on 3 June 1996.

Is N151 ETS safe to buy?

The MOT history for N151 ETS shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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