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N716 XDU

1996 Suzuki GS500

Black Petrol 487cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jul 2026
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

38,145 mi
Last recorded38,145 miles
Recorded on8 Jul 2025
Typical for 1996 Suzuki GS50026,155 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN716 XDU
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS500
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine487cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Jul 2025 38,145 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2021 36,212 miles

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

Fail 25 Aug 2021 36,212 miles

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

Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen (4.1.2 (a))

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 15 Nov 2018 36,035 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2016 38,342 miles
Fail 30 Apr 2016 38,342 miles

Nearside Rear Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 25 May 2012 33,638 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2008 32,465 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2007 31,088 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2006 28,587 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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N716 XDU is a 1996 Suzuki GS500 in Black with a 487cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 N716 XDU, 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 N716 XDU registered?

N716 XDU is a 1996 Suzuki GS500, first registered on 23 March 1996.

Is N716 XDU safe to buy?

The MOT history for N716 XDU shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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