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N398 BKY

1996 Suzuki GS500

Black Petrol 487cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Sep 2023
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

22,572 mi
Last recorded22,572 miles
Recorded on1 Oct 2022
Typical for 1996 Suzuki GS50026,155 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN398 BKY
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS500
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine487cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Oct 2022 22,572 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 3 Aug 2021 22,425 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 11 Aug 2020 20,339 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 11 Aug 2020 20,339 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Stop lamp not working Switch (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 14 Aug 2019 15,674 miles

Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 5 Aug 2016 14,912 miles

Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Fail 4 Aug 2016 14,912 miles

Rear Tyre has ply or cord exposed deep cracks in wall (4.1.2a(iii)

Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 11 Aug 2014 14,002 miles
Pass 13 May 2013 13,997 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2010 13,929 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2009 13,923 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2008 13,497 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2007 13,021 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2006 12,904 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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N398 BKY is a 1996 Suzuki GS500 in Black with a 487cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 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 N398 BKY, 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 N398 BKY registered?

N398 BKY is a 1996 Suzuki GS500, first registered on 1 February 1996.

Is N398 BKY safe to buy?

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