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N165 YOF

1996 Suzuki GS500E

Red Petrol 487cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Jul 2026
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

44,680 mi
Last recorded44,680 miles
Recorded on16 Jul 2025
Typical for 1996 Suzuki GS500E29,041 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN165 YOF
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS500E
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine487cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 16 Jul 2025 44,680 miles

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Wheel bearing has slight play cush drive slight play on bearing (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Apr 2024 41,395 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 10 Apr 2024 41,389 miles

Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamp(s) (4.7.2 (a))

Registration plate lamp likely to become detached (4.7.1 (c) (ii))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 24 May 2022 39,018 miles
Pass 27 May 2021 37,210 miles
Fail 6 May 2021 37,207 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motorcycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (8.1.1 (a))

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Footrest missing both (6.2.12 (a))

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Indicator tell tale inoperative (4.9.1 (a) (i))

Indicator tell tale inoperative (4.9.1 (a) (i))

Stop lamp emits other than a steady red light (4.3.3 (a) (i))

split pins missing from nuts on brake reaction link

Fail 6 May 2021 37,207 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Footrest missing both (6.2.12 (a))

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Indicator tell tale inoperative (4.9.1 (a) (i))

Stop lamp emits other than a steady red light (4.3.3 (a) (i))

split pins missing from nuts on brake reaction link

Pass 22 Feb 2020 36,216 miles

Rear Suspension pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Aug 2018 36,188 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2017 36,099 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2016 35,922 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2015 35,789 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2014 35,528 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2013 35,339 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2013 35,339 miles

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

Pass 21 Jun 2012 35,242 miles
Pass 31 May 2011 29,523 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2010 21,866 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2008 19,900 miles

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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N165 YOF is a 1996 Suzuki GS500E in Red with a 487cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

Across all 1996 Suzuki GS500E models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.9% with a typical mileage of 29,041 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 N165 YOF, 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 30 years old, this Suzuki GS500E is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was N165 YOF registered?

N165 YOF is a 1996 Suzuki GS500E, first registered on 13 February 1996.

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