MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
27,244 miBelow or average mileage for this year
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.5.1b)
Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3) DANGEROUS
Rear Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d) DANGEROUS
Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.5.1b)
Rear Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)
Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)
Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))
Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)
Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)
How Reliable is the Suzuki GS500?
Based on 55,003 MOT tests across 6,013 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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P178 HKR is a 1996 Suzuki GS500 in Black with a 487cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.
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 P178 HKR, 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 P178 HKR registered?
P178 HKR is a 1996 Suzuki GS500, first registered on 25 November 1996.
Is P178 HKR safe to buy?
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