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N587 NTC

1996 Suzuki GS500

Black Petrol 487cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Mar 2016
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

27,434 mi
Last recorded27,434 miles
Recorded on24 Mar 2015
Typical for 1996 Suzuki GS50026,155 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN587 NTC
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS500
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine487cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Mar 2015 27,434 miles

Rear Brake pedal pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

rear brake torque arm pivots worn

Pass 15 Mar 2014 25,586 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Fail 12 Nov 2012 24,836 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Front Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)

Pass 12 Nov 2012 24,836 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 16 Nov 2011 24,145 miles
Fail 15 Nov 2011 24,135 miles

Front Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)

Pass 4 Nov 2010 24,042 miles

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

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

Pass 26 Nov 2009 22,744 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2008 22,629 miles

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

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Pass 17 Sep 2007 22,367 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2006 21,462 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 5 Aug 2005 18,838 miles
Fail 5 Aug 2005 18,838 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

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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N587 NTC is a 1996 Suzuki GS500 in Black 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 N587 NTC, 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 N587 NTC registered?

N587 NTC is a 1996 Suzuki GS500, first registered on 30 December 1996.

Is N587 NTC safe to buy?

The MOT history for N587 NTC 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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