MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
47,147 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))
Central Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))
Central Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
Central Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
Central Rear Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))
Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii))
Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
Drive chain sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)
Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)
Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)
Rear Brake component has restricted free movement and operation is likely to be impeded (3.2.A1h)
Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)
Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)
Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)
Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)
Drive chain sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)
Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)
Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)
Front Motorcycle structure slightly damaged (6.1.1a)
Headlamp deteriorated but function not impaired (1.2.3a)
Rear Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)
Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))
head light bracket rubs slightly on full lock
Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)
Nearside Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)
Rear Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e)
Rear suspension bush has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))
Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.2.B3b) DANGEROUS
Rear Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c) DANGEROUS
Rear Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d) DANGEROUS
Rear Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii)) DANGEROUS
Headlamp aim headlamp deteriorated but function not impaired (1.2.3a)
Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)
chain adjusters upside down
front engine mount casting broken
lock to lock movement affected by cables/brackets
Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)
Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)
Nearside Front Direction indicator damaged but function not impaired (1.5.3a)
RH Handlebar slightly bent
Rear Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)
Nearside Front Direction indicator deteriorated but function not impaired (1.5.3a)
Offside Front Direction indicator deteriorated but function not impaired (1.5.3a)
Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)
Steering control chaffing between components and not interfering with free movement of steering (2.1.2a)
Steering control has reduced clearance at full lock not affecting the riders grasp of handlebars (2.1.2b)
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 PGV is a 1997 Suzuki GS500 in Orange with a 487cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.
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 P178 PGV, 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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P178 PGV is a 1997 Suzuki GS500, first registered on 10 January 1997.
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