MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
42,238 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))
Nearside Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
front wheel bearing slightly rough
Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)
Rear Brake disc(s) excessively scored (3.2.A1l)
Rear Brake disc(s) excessively worn (3.2.A1l)
Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)
Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)
Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))
Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)
Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)
Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)
Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))
Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)
Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))
Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)
offside brake light not illuminating
offside rear position lamp not illuminating
offside brake light not illuminating
offside rear position lamp not illuminating
How Reliable is the Suzuki GS500E?
Based on 2,277 MOT tests across 304 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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N657 PDL is a 1996 Suzuki GS500E in Red with a 487cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.
Across all 1996 Suzuki GS500E models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.9% with a typical mileage of 29,041 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 GS500E fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 90 recorded failures. If you're considering buying N657 PDL, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.
The Suzuki GS500E typically stays on UK roads for around 37 years. At 30 years old, this Suzuki GS500E is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.
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N657 PDL is a 1996 Suzuki GS500E, first registered on 1 May 1996.
Is N657 PDL safe to buy?
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