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N965 CWY

1995 Suzuki GS500E

Black Petrol 487cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Feb 2016
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

37,861 mi
Last recorded37,861 miles
Recorded on27 Feb 2015
Typical for 1995 Suzuki GS500E28,110 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN965 CWY
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS500E
Year1995
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine487cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Feb 2015 37,861 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Fail 25 Jan 2014 35,650 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 25 Jan 2014 35,650 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Pass 7 Feb 2013 32,231 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Front Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

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

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

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

chain and sprockets are on limit for advisory

rear brake pedal approching limit for adequate reserve travel

Pass 18 Feb 2012 29,705 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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

Pass 25 Feb 2011 28,984 miles
Fail 24 Feb 2011 28,984 miles

Front Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 30 Jan 2010 27,663 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2008 26,296 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2007 26,219 miles
Pass 9 May 2006 26,087 miles

How Reliable is the Suzuki GS500E?

Based on 2,277 MOT tests across 304 vehicles.

77.2%
Pass Rate
773
Miles/Year
37
Year Lifespan
304
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 90
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 41
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 41
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 40
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 39
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N965 CWY is a 1995 Suzuki GS500E in Black with a 487cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 1995 Suzuki GS500E models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.6% with a typical mileage of 28,110 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Suzuki GS500E fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 90 recorded failures. If you're considering buying N965 CWY, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki GS500E typically stays on UK roads for around 37 years. At 31 years old, this Suzuki GS500E is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was N965 CWY registered?

N965 CWY is a 1995 Suzuki GS500E, first registered on 15 November 1995.

Is N965 CWY safe to buy?

The MOT history for N965 CWY shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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