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N652 RPH

1996 Suzuki GS500

Green Petrol 487cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Aug 2024
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

19,731 mi
Last recorded19,731 miles
Recorded on23 Aug 2023
Typical for 1996 Suzuki GS50026,155 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN652 RPH
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS500
Year1996
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine487cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 23 Aug 2023 19,731 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

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

Pass 28 Oct 2021 19,705 miles

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

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

Pass 20 Oct 2020 19,681 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2019 18,678 miles

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

Fail 23 Oct 2019 18,678 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 10 Sep 2018 18,259 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2017 18,246 miles
Fail 18 Sep 2017 18,246 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 19 Sep 2016 17,993 miles
Fail 19 Sep 2016 17,993 miles

Stop lamp obscured (1.3.1c)

Pass 10 May 2013 16,864 miles
Fail 11 May 2012 14,277 miles

Chain guard insecure (6.2.1c)

Pass 11 May 2012 14,277 miles
Pass 14 May 2011 11,514 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2009 7,183 miles
Fail 30 May 2009 7,183 miles

Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d)

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

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Throttle has a significant change in engine speed whilst moving the steering from lock to lock (2.1.4)

Pass 7 Jul 2006 6,839 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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N652 RPH is a 1996 Suzuki GS500 in Green with a 487cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

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 N652 RPH, 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 N652 RPH registered?

N652 RPH is a 1996 Suzuki GS500, first registered on 29 March 1996.

Is N652 RPH safe to buy?

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