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N271 COH

1996 Suzuki GS500

Red Petrol 487cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Nov 2020
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

51,191 mi
Last recorded51,191 miles
Recorded on15 May 2019
Typical for 1996 Suzuki GS50026,155 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN271 COH
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS500
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine487cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 May 2019 51,191 miles

Rear Stop lamp light intensity obviously reduced (4.3.3 (a) (i))

Rear Stop lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.3.3 (b))

Rear Stop lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Jan 2018 50,113 miles
Fail 9 Jan 2018 50,113 miles

Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

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

Pass 22 Dec 2016 42,817 miles

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

Pass 4 Jan 2016 37,915 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2014 37,861 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2013 33,436 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2009 32,593 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2008 30,888 miles

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

Fail 4 Jul 2008 30,877 miles

Brake pedal cannot be applied smoothly (3.1.3d)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 29 Jun 2007 28,967 miles

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

Fail 29 Jun 2007 28,967 miles

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

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 28 Jun 2006 27,536 miles

Headlamp damaged but function not impaired (1.2.3a)

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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N271 COH is a 1996 Suzuki GS500 in Red with a 487cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 N271 COH, 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 N271 COH registered?

N271 COH is a 1996 Suzuki GS500, first registered on 25 July 1996.

Is N271 COH safe to buy?

The MOT history for N271 COH shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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