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P108 MVT

1996 Suzuki GS500E

Red Petrol 487cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 May 2021
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

27,741 mi
Last recorded27,741 miles
Recorded on19 May 2020
Typical for 1996 Suzuki GS500E29,041 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP108 MVT
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS500E
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine487cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 May 2020 27,741 miles

Offside Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 18 Apr 2019 27,480 miles
Pass 1 May 2018 27,074 miles

Central Rear Lower Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 30 Apr 2018 27,067 miles

Front Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Central Rear Lower Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 9 Jan 2017 26,851 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2016 26,500 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 10 Dec 2014 25,860 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 2 Dec 2013 24,979 miles

Clutch lever bent (6.2.1g)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 1 Dec 2012 24,392 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 8 Dec 2011 23,359 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

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

Rear Wheel damaged but not significantly reducing the original strength (4.2.1a)

small reg plate

Pass 19 Nov 2010 21,835 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Wheel damaged but not significantly reducing the original strength (4.2.1a)

bent clutch leaver

small reg plate

Pass 30 Aug 2009

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

slight corrosion lower rear shock

Pass 3 Sep 2008 16,064 miles
Fail 3 Sep 2008 16,064 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

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

Pass 8 Sep 2007 12,902 miles
Fail 3 Sep 2007 12,902 miles

Front Tyre has a lump caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii))

Pass 26 Sep 2006 12,223 miles

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

Pass 31 Aug 2005 12,083 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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P108 MVT is a 1996 Suzuki GS500E in Red with a 487cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1996 Suzuki GS500E models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.9% with a typical mileage of 29,041 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 P108 MVT, 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 30 years old, this Suzuki GS500E is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was P108 MVT registered?

P108 MVT is a 1996 Suzuki GS500E, first registered on 1 November 1996.

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