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N189 YOF

1996 Suzuki GS500

Red Petrol 487cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jul 2025
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

20,818 mi
Last recorded20,818 miles
Recorded on24 Jul 2024
Typical for 1996 Suzuki GS50026,155 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN189 YOF
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS500
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine487cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Jul 2024 20,818 miles

slight engine oil leak

Pass 7 Sep 2017 20,765 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Fail 4 Sep 2017 20,764 miles

Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.2.B3b)

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 18 Aug 2016 20,676 miles

Nearside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 26 Aug 2015 19,787 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2014 19,429 miles
Pass 7 May 2013 18,698 miles
Pass 18 May 2012 18,237 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2011 15,889 miles

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

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

Pass 8 Apr 2010 15,604 miles

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

Pass 5 Nov 2008 14,749 miles
Fail 16 Aug 2007 14,072 miles

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

Pass 16 Aug 2007 14,072 miles
Fail 9 Aug 2006 14,028 miles

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

Pass 9 Aug 2006 14,028 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2005 13,473 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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N189 YOF is a 1996 Suzuki GS500 in Red with a 487cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 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 N189 YOF, 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 N189 YOF registered?

N189 YOF is a 1996 Suzuki GS500, first registered on 1 March 1996.

Is N189 YOF safe to buy?

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