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N506 OWV

1996 Suzuki GS500

Red Petrol 487cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Apr 2027
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

28,558 mi
Last recorded28,558 miles
Recorded on30 Apr 2026
Typical for 1996 Suzuki GS50026,155 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN506 OWV
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS500
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine487cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Apr 2026 28,558 miles

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

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 22 Apr 2025 27,084 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2023 26,912 miles

Central Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 25 Apr 2023 26,912 miles

Central Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Central Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Brake component insecure (1.1.21 (c))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 11 Mar 2022 24,142 miles
Fail 11 Mar 2022 24,142 miles

Steering headbearing excessively stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Offside Front Brake lever so insecure that the brake cannot be readily applied (1.1.2 (e) (ii))

Pass 4 Apr 2019 22,970 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2018 22,725 miles

Front Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

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

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

Pass 24 Apr 2017 22,289 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2016 22,043 miles

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

Pass 20 Apr 2015 21,758 miles

Reaar brake has limited reserve travel

Rear Roller brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable. (3.3.A2b)

Pass 7 Apr 2014 21,349 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2013 20,489 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2012 19,944 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2011 18,580 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2009 16,941 miles

Nail in rear tyre

Pass 20 Mar 2008 13,685 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2007 10,235 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2006 7,625 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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N506 OWV is a 1996 Suzuki GS500 in Red with a 487cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

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 N506 OWV, 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 N506 OWV registered?

N506 OWV is a 1996 Suzuki GS500, first registered on 29 April 1996.

Is N506 OWV safe to buy?

The MOT history for N506 OWV shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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