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P151 GEG

1996 Suzuki GS500

Blue Petrol 487cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Mar 2020
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

39,614 mi
Last recorded39,614 miles
Recorded on13 Feb 2019
Typical for 1996 Suzuki GS50026,155 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP151 GEG
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS500
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine487cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 13 Feb 2019 39,614 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

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

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 26 Feb 2018 37,360 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Fail 26 Feb 2018 37,360 miles

Rear Brake reaction bracket securing bolt(s) loose (3.2.A1j)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Pass 7 Mar 2017 35,149 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2016 33,437 miles

Front Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Pass 11 May 2015 31,468 miles
Fail 6 May 2015 31,437 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) excessively scored (3.2.A1l)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 12 May 2014 29,392 miles

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

Pass 10 May 2013 27,526 miles

rear brake disc deteriorated

Pass 15 May 2012 25,774 miles
Fail 14 May 2012 25,774 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 5 May 2011 23,947 miles

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

rear brake disc badly worn

Pass 27 Apr 2010 22,137 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

rear brake disc badly scored

Fail 27 Apr 2010 22,137 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

rear brake disc badly scored

Pass 18 May 2009 20,299 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Pass 1 Jul 2005 17,011 miles
Fail 1 Jul 2005 17,011 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i)) DANGEROUS

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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P151 GEG is a 1996 Suzuki GS500 in Blue with a 487cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

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 P151 GEG, 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.

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What year was P151 GEG registered?

P151 GEG is a 1996 Suzuki GS500, first registered on 27 August 1996.

Is P151 GEG safe to buy?

The MOT history for P151 GEG shows 17 tests with a 70.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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