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N201 TPM

1996 Suzuki GS500

Green Petrol 487cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Nov 2020
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

52,872 mi
Last recorded52,872 miles
Recorded on22 May 2019
Typical for 1996 Suzuki GS50026,155 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN201 TPM
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS500
Year1996
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine487cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 22 May 2019 52,872 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2014 52,671 miles

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

Rear Brake component cracked but not seriously reduced in strength (3.2.A1)

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 6 Apr 2013 50,732 miles

Rear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive (2.4.B.4)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Fail 30 Mar 2013 50,718 miles

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

Rear mono-shock pivot excessively worn (2.4.B.4)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 2 Apr 2012 48,553 miles

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Fail 2 Apr 2012 48,553 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Fail 20 Jan 2009 45,394 miles

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

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

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

Pass 20 Jan 2009 45,394 miles

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

Pass 21 Jan 2008 41,382 miles
Fail 21 Jan 2008 41,363 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

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

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

Pass 26 Jan 2007 37,758 miles

Offside Front Brake disc(s) is slightly distorted (3.2.A1m)

Pass 20 Jan 2006 33,707 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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N201 TPM is a 1996 Suzuki GS500 in Green with a 487cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 N201 TPM, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was N201 TPM registered?

N201 TPM is a 1996 Suzuki GS500, first registered on 7 February 1996.

Is N201 TPM safe to buy?

The MOT history for N201 TPM shows 12 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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