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N764 BNH

1996 Suzuki GS500

Blue Petrol 487cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Nov 2023
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

41,953 mi
Last recorded41,953 miles
Recorded on4 Nov 2022
Typical for 1996 Suzuki GS50026,155 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN764 BNH
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS500
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine487cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 Nov 2022 41,953 miles
Fail 12 Aug 2022 41,925 miles

Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

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

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

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

Rear Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect rear shock not returning aswell as it could (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play recommend replace soon (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Aug 2021 40,255 miles
Fail 5 Aug 2021 40,240 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 4 Jun 2019 37,356 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Brake linkage corroded but not seriously weakened (1.1.15 (b))

Pass 1 Aug 2018 36,590 miles

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level below minimum level (1.1.10 (d) (i))

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Fail 31 Jul 2018 36,390 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Stop lamp not working off the front brake lever (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level below minimum level (1.1.10 (d) (i))

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 6 Jul 2012 36,067 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2011 34,717 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2010 32,133 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2009 21,139 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2008 16,427 miles
Pass 17 May 2007 11,954 miles

Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.2.B2a)

Handlebar slightly corroded. (2.1.1b)

frame slighty corroded.front brake pipe has anodised fittings.not reccomended for road use.

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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N764 BNH is a 1996 Suzuki GS500 in Blue with a 487cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 N764 BNH, 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 N764 BNH registered?

N764 BNH is a 1996 Suzuki GS500, first registered on 27 June 1996.

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