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N737 HRF

1996 Suzuki GS500

White Petrol 487cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Jul 2027
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

26,359 mi
Last recorded26,359 miles
Recorded on11 Jul 2026
Typical for 1996 Suzuki GS50026,155 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN737 HRF
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS500
Year1996
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine487cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 11 Jul 2026 26,359 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2025 26,327 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2024 26,295 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2023 26,016 miles
Fail 12 May 2023 25,988 miles

Brake pad(s) contaminated (1.1.13 (b))

Front Brake disc contaminated (1.1.14 (b))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 29 Apr 2022 25,857 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2022 25,857 miles

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 22 Jan 2021 25,634 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2019 25,182 miles

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

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Suspension arm ball joint worn, but not excessively (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Sep 2018 25,132 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2017 25,108 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2016 24,943 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2015 24,778 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 21 Jun 2014 24,454 miles
Fail 21 Jun 2014 24,454 miles

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 31 May 2013 24,317 miles
Fail 25 May 2013 24,317 miles

Front Dipswitch does not deflect the main beam/s, making them into dipped beam/s (1.2.2b(ii))

Pass 6 Sep 2011 24,217 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2009 23,338 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2006 23,229 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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N737 HRF is a 1996 Suzuki GS500 in White with a 487cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 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 N737 HRF, 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 N737 HRF registered?

N737 HRF is a 1996 Suzuki GS500, first registered on 12 April 1996.

Is N737 HRF safe to buy?

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