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N919 WTA

1996 Suzuki GS500

Red Petrol 487cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Apr 2011
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

70,548 mi
Last recorded70,548 miles
Recorded on2 Mar 2011
Typical for 1996 Suzuki GS50026,155 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN919 WTA
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS500
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine487cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Fail 2 Mar 2011 70,548 miles

Front Brake disc(s) excessively worn (3.2.A1l)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear suspension bearing has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 1 May 2010 69,218 miles

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

front brake sliders worn

indicater switch button missing

wear to rear shockabsorber boshes

Fail 24 Apr 2010 69,191 miles

Handlebar mounting excessively deteriorated (flexible type) (2.1.1d)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

front brake sliders worn

indicater switch button missing

wear to rear shockabsorber boshes

Pass 21 Mar 2009 687,982 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2008 67,647 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2007 66,454 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2006 61,618 miles
Fail 16 Mar 2006 61,618 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

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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N919 WTA is a 1996 Suzuki GS500 in Red 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 N919 WTA, 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 N919 WTA registered?

N919 WTA is a 1996 Suzuki GS500, first registered on 3 July 1996.

Is N919 WTA safe to buy?

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