MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
38,567 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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50+ data pointsMOT History
choke cable starting to fray
gear lever loose but secure
loose bolt on exhaust but secure
rear tyre starting to crack
Brake caliper(s) securing bolt(s) missing (3.2.A1j)
Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.7.3a)
Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)
Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)
Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)
Front Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e)
Nearside Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)
Rear Brake component worn and seriously reduced in strength (3.2.A1)
Rear Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e)
Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)
Front Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)
centre stand return spring loose
rear tyre has insufficient pressure
How Reliable is the Suzuki GS500?
Based on 55,003 MOT tests across 6,013 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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P179 PGV is a 1997 Suzuki GS500 in Blue with a 487cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.
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 P179 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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What year was P179 PGV registered?
P179 PGV is a 1997 Suzuki GS500, first registered on 10 January 1997.
Is P179 PGV safe to buy?
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