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P166 AUB

1997 Suzuki GS500

Red Petrol 487cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Sep 2025
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

28,274 mi
Last recorded28,274 miles
Recorded on27 Sep 2024
Typical for 1997 Suzuki GS50026,370 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP166 AUB
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS500
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine487cc

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MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Pass 27 Sep 2024 28,274 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2023 27,312 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2022 26,387 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2021 25,422 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2020 24,868 miles
Fail 26 Aug 2020 24,868 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 19 Aug 2019 24,246 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2018 23,830 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2017 23,186 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2016 22,515 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2015 22,091 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2014 21,743 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2013 21,093 miles
Fail 2 Sep 2013 21,093 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 20 Aug 2012 20,143 miles
Fail 20 Aug 2012 20,143 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 19 Aug 2011 19,104 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2010 18,002 miles

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

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

Pass 21 Aug 2009 17,442 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2008 15,706 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2007 13,985 miles
Fail 24 Aug 2007 13,754 miles

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

Pass 23 Aug 2006 10,221 miles

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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P166 AUB is a 1997 Suzuki GS500 in Red with a 487cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.6%.

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 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 P166 AUB, 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 P166 AUB registered?

P166 AUB is a 1997 Suzuki GS500, first registered on 19 June 1997.

Is P166 AUB safe to buy?

The MOT history for P166 AUB shows 23 tests with a 82.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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