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N661 JUB

1996 Suzuki GS500

Red Petrol 487cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jun 2026
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

26,932 mi
Last recorded26,932 miles
Recorded on15 May 2025
Typical for 1996 Suzuki GS50026,155 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN661 JUB
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS500
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine487cc

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MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Pass 15 May 2025 26,932 miles
Pass 28 May 2024 25,773 miles
Pass 30 May 2023 22,537 miles

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil left and right forks (5.3.2 (b))

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

Fail 25 May 2023 24,197 miles

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25% (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil left and right forks (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 27 May 2022 22,537 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2021 20,664 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2020 19,373 miles
Fail 4 Jun 2020 19,368 miles

Rear Brake indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Brake pedal has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 24 Apr 2019 17,748 miles

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

Pass 9 Apr 2018 16,023 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2017 15,007 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2016 14,213 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2015 13,491 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2014 12,656 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2013 11,944 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2012 10,717 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2011 10,194 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2010 8,367 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2009 8,529 miles
Fail 16 Feb 2009 8,529 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

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

Fail 13 Feb 2008 8,046 miles

Nearside Handlebar mounting clamp bolt loose (2.1.1a)

Pass 13 Feb 2008 8,046 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2007 7,683 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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N661 JUB is a 1996 Suzuki GS500 in Red with a 487cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.6%.

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 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 N661 JUB, 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 N661 JUB registered?

N661 JUB is a 1996 Suzuki GS500, first registered on 1 February 1996.

Is N661 JUB safe to buy?

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