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N596 JLT

1997 Suzuki GS500

Black Petrol 487cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Nov 2020
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

27,272 mi
Last recorded27,272 miles
Recorded on22 May 2019
Typical for 1997 Suzuki GS50026,370 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN596 JLT
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS500
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine487cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 May 2019 27,272 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 31 May 2018 25,181 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

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

Fail 31 May 2018 25,181 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

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

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 19 Apr 2017 23,428 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2016 21,281 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2015 18,959 miles

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

Fail 28 Feb 2015 18,926 miles

Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.2.B3b)

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 6 Feb 2014 16,142 miles

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

Pass 5 Mar 2012 16,034 miles

Front Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 22 Nov 2010 15,867 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2009 15,671 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 11 Nov 2008 15,127 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2007 14,880 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2006 14,422 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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N596 JLT is a 1997 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 1997 Suzuki GS500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.9% with a typical mileage of 26,370 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 N596 JLT, 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 29 years old, this Suzuki GS500 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was N596 JLT registered?

N596 JLT is a 1997 Suzuki GS500, first registered on 23 October 1997.

Is N596 JLT safe to buy?

The MOT history for N596 JLT shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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