MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
41,697 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))
Nearside Front Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)
Offside Front Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)
Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d) DANGEROUS
Front Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e) DANGEROUS
Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii)) DANGEROUS
Rear Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e) DANGEROUS
Front Drive chain sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)
Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)
Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))
rear tyre cracking in tread
Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))
Nearside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)
How Reliable is the Suzuki GS500?
Based on 55,003 MOT tests across 6,013 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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N228 FCA is a 1996 Suzuki GS500 in Black with a 487cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 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 N228 FCA, 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 N228 FCA registered?
N228 FCA is a 1996 Suzuki GS500, first registered on 25 January 1996.
Is N228 FCA safe to buy?
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