CarVerify

Free Car Check

P186 PKJ

1999 Suzuki GS500

Black Petrol 487cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Aug 2023
Tests17 (11 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate64.7%

Mileage

39,294 mi
Last recorded39,294 miles
Recorded on1 Sep 2022
Typical for 1999 Suzuki GS50024,191 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

4 checks still locked for this Suzuki
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationP186 PKJ
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS500
Year1999
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine487cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

11 pass 6 fail
Pass 1 Sep 2022 39,294 miles

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Front Engine mounting/bracket damaged but not to excess (6.1.8 (a) (i))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit Below 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Brake pedal is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit @1.6 MM in the centre (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 14 Aug 2021 37,584 miles

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit Outer (1.1.13 (a))

Rear Brake pedal is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Pass 8 Aug 2020 35,455 miles

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Front Engine mounting/bracket damaged but not to excess (6.1.8 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pedal is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Rear Lower Suspension pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 8 Aug 2020 35,455 miles

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Front Engine mounting/bracket damaged but not to excess (6.1.8 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pedal is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Rear Lower Suspension pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.4 (a))

Pass 4 May 2019 33,240 miles
Fail 7 Jun 2014 40,038 miles

Front Direction indicators affected by the operation of another lamp (1.5.1c)

Front Front suspension has excessive stiffness in the suspension movement. (2.3.6b)

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Offside Front Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

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

Nearside Front Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

Offside Front Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

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

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 15 May 2013 34,380 miles

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

Fail 15 May 2013 34,380 miles

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

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

Pass 22 May 2012 29,940 miles

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

Fail 18 May 2012 29,934 miles

Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.2a(i))

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

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

Pass 19 May 2011 25,871 miles

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

front brake disc bobbins slightly worn.

Pass 14 Jun 2010 24,621 miles

Front Motorcycle structure slightly insecure (6.1.1c)

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Gear change lever loose.

Wear on front disc,slight play.

Fail 25 Jun 2009 21,904 miles

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 25 Jun 2009 21,904 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2008 20,127 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Fail 27 Jun 2008 20,126 miles

Front Brake disc(s) friction surface contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 11 Jan 2007 19,851 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

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

P186 PKJ is a 1999 Suzuki GS500 in Black with a 487cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.7%.

Across all 1999 Suzuki GS500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.1% with a typical mileage of 24,191 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 P186 PKJ, 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 27 years old, this Suzuki GS500 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of P186 PKJ?

You can check the full history of P186 PKJ by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was P186 PKJ registered?

P186 PKJ is a 1999 Suzuki GS500, first registered on 26 April 1999.

Is P186 PKJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for P186 PKJ shows 17 tests with a 64.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does P186 PKJ have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on P186 PKJ. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.