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N881 TEG

1996 Suzuki GS500

Green Petrol 487cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jun 2016
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

23,830 mi
Last recorded23,830 miles
Recorded on27 Jun 2015
Typical for 1996 Suzuki GS50026,155 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN881 TEG
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS500
Year1996
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine487cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Jun 2015 23,830 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Oil leak

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1a)

Pass 27 Jun 2014 22,939 miles
Fail 28 Aug 2008 22,918 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 28 Aug 2008 22,918 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2007 22,741 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2007 22,709 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Front Front suspension has inadequate damping effect. (2.3.6c)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear mono-shock pivot seized (2.4.B.4)

Pass 8 Sep 2005 19,372 miles
Fail 8 Sep 2005 19,372 miles

Front Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

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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N881 TEG is a 1996 Suzuki GS500 in Green with a 487cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 N881 TEG, 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 N881 TEG registered?

N881 TEG is a 1996 Suzuki GS500, first registered on 22 January 1996.

Is N881 TEG safe to buy?

The MOT history for N881 TEG shows 8 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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