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N923 CKN

1996 Suzuki GS500

Red Petrol 487cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Sep 2026
Tests24 (19 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate79.2%

Mileage

88,259 mi
Last recorded88,259 miles
Recorded on16 Sep 2025
Typical for 1996 Suzuki GS50026,155 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN923 CKN
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS500
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine487cc

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MOT History

19 pass 5 fail
Pass 16 Sep 2025 88,259 miles

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

Pass 6 Sep 2024 85,729 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2023 83,119 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2022 79,540 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2021 75,788 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 8 Sep 2020 72,519 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2019 69,280 miles

Rear Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced (4.2.3 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Sep 2018 66,865 miles

Front tyre valve deteriorated but not excessively.

Pass 31 Aug 2017 64,091 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2016 61,426 miles
Fail 20 Sep 2016 61,426 miles

Rear wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 12 Sep 2014 59,161 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2013 57,022 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2012 55,566 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2011 48,340 miles

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1b)

Fail 19 Jan 2010 44,149 miles

Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.7.3a)

Pass 19 Jan 2010 44,149 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2009 40,229 miles
Fail 17 Jan 2008 36,172 miles

Front Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1a)

Pass 17 Jan 2008 36,172 miles

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1a)

Fail 23 Jan 2007 31,855 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1a)

Pass 23 Jan 2007 31,855 miles

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1a)

Pass 19 Jan 2006 27,487 miles
Fail 17 Jan 2006 27,407 miles

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

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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N923 CKN is a 1996 Suzuki GS500 in Red with a 487cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 79.2%.

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 N923 CKN, 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 N923 CKN registered?

N923 CKN is a 1996 Suzuki GS500, first registered on 30 March 1996.

Is N923 CKN safe to buy?

The MOT history for N923 CKN shows 24 tests with a 79.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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