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N23 XAV

1996 Suzuki GS500E

Green Petrol 487cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Feb 2010
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

45,050 mi
Last recorded45,050 miles
Recorded on11 Feb 2009
Typical for 1996 Suzuki GS500E29,041 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN23 XAV
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS500E
Year1996
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine487cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Feb 2009 45,050 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Fail 11 Feb 2009 45,050 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Offside Front Direction indicator missing (1.5.1a)

Pass 25 Jan 2008 42,540 miles

Front Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Rear Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Fail 22 Jan 2008 42,540 miles

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

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

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

Front Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Rear Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 16 Jan 2007 40,004 miles
Pass 10 May 2006 36,483 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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N23 XAV is a 1996 Suzuki GS500E in Green 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 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 N23 XAV, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was N23 XAV registered?

N23 XAV is a 1996 Suzuki GS500E, first registered on 31 March 1996.

Is N23 XAV safe to buy?

The MOT history for N23 XAV shows 6 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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