MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
32,956 miAbove average mileage for this year
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Nearside Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)
Nearside Front Clutch lever bent (6.2.1g)
Nearside Front Direction indicator damaged but function not impaired (1.5.3a)
Rear Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))
Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))
Rear Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)
Nearside Front Direction indicator damaged but function not impaired (1.5.3a)
Rear Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))
Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)
Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)
Headlamp aim too high (1.6)
Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))
Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)
Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)
Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)
Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)
Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)
Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)
drive chain rusty
horn weak
Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)
Rear Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)
How Reliable is the Suzuki GS500?
Based on 55,003 MOT tests across 6,013 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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P140 TAF is a 1997 Suzuki GS500 in Green with a 487cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.
Across all 1997 Suzuki GS500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.9% with a typical mileage of 26,370 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 P140 TAF, 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 29 years old, this Suzuki GS500 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.
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What year was P140 TAF registered?
P140 TAF is a 1997 Suzuki GS500, first registered on 1 May 1997.
Is P140 TAF safe to buy?
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