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P235 UAE

1997 Suzuki GS500

Blue Petrol 487cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 May 2012
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

7,245 mi
Last recorded7,245 miles
Recorded on3 May 2011
Typical for 1997 Suzuki GS50026,370 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP235 UAE
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS500
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine487cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 May 2011 7,245 miles

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

Pass 4 Jan 2010 7,159 miles

Front tyre cracking

Rear tyre cracking

Pass 4 Dec 2008 6,600 miles

Front tyre getting low on offside edge

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 29 Jun 2007 6,443 miles
Pass 22 May 2006 6,359 miles
Fail 17 May 2006 6,346 miles

Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

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
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P235 UAE 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 83.3%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 P235 UAE, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of P235 UAE?

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What year was P235 UAE registered?

P235 UAE is a 1997 Suzuki GS500, first registered on 21 January 1997.

Is P235 UAE safe to buy?

The MOT history for P235 UAE shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does P235 UAE have outstanding finance?

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