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N795 LCL

1996 Suzuki GS500

Purple Petrol 487cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jun 2015
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

33,951 mi
Last recorded33,951 miles
Recorded on19 Jun 2014
Typical for 1996 Suzuki GS50026,155 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN795 LCL
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS500
Year1996
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine487cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Jun 2014 33,951 miles
Fail 17 Jun 2014 33,937 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicators flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

Offside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 29 May 2013 32,536 miles

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

Pass 28 Jul 2010 32,042 miles
Pass 23 May 2009 24,157 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Fail 30 May 2008 18,973 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

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

Pass 30 May 2008 18,973 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

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

Fail 26 May 2007 14,699 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 26 May 2007 14,699 miles
Pass 18 May 2006 14,175 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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N795 LCL is a 1996 Suzuki GS500 in Purple with a 487cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 N795 LCL, 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 N795 LCL registered?

N795 LCL is a 1996 Suzuki GS500, first registered on 30 December 1996.

Is N795 LCL safe to buy?

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