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N522 MAM

1996 Suzuki GS500

Red Petrol 487cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 May 2012
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

24,143 mi
Last recorded24,143 miles
Recorded on6 May 2011
Typical for 1996 Suzuki GS50026,155 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN522 MAM
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS500
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine487cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 May 2011 24,143 miles
Fail 5 May 2011 24,143 miles

Front Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii))

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

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Pass 10 May 2010 23,536 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2008 23,462 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2007 23,410 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2006 23,165 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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N522 MAM is a 1996 Suzuki GS500 in Red with a 487cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 N522 MAM, 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 N522 MAM registered?

N522 MAM is a 1996 Suzuki GS500, first registered on 5 February 1996.

Is N522 MAM safe to buy?

The MOT history for N522 MAM shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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