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P178 PGV

1997 Suzuki GS500

Orange Petrol 487cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Aug 2024
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

47,147 mi
Last recorded47,147 miles
Recorded on22 Aug 2023
Typical for 1997 Suzuki GS50026,370 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP178 PGV
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS500
Year1997
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine487cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 22 Aug 2023 47,147 miles

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Central Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 22 Aug 2023 47,147 miles

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))

Pass 11 Jun 2019 47,118 miles
Fail 11 Jun 2019 47,118 miles

Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii))

Pass 1 Jun 2018 47,090 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2018 47,090 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 20 Nov 2015 45,368 miles

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)

Fail 17 Nov 2015 45,359 miles

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)

Pass 30 Jan 2014 45,336 miles

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

Fail 29 Jan 2014 45,336 miles

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

Pass 15 Oct 2012 45,144 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2011 44,709 miles
Pass 20 May 2010 44,519 miles

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)

Pass 16 May 2008 42,899 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator deteriorated but function not impaired (1.5.3a)

Offside Front Direction indicator deteriorated but function not impaired (1.5.3a)

Pass 16 Jul 2007 41,349 miles

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)

Pass 18 Jul 2006 36,361 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
Full Suzuki GS500 reliability report

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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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