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P249 WDE

1997 Suzuki GS500

Blue Petrol 487cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Oct 2023
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

36,999 mi
Last recorded36,999 miles
Recorded on11 Oct 2022
Typical for 1997 Suzuki GS50026,370 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP249 WDE
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS500
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine487cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Oct 2022 36,999 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2021 36,301 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 16 Aug 2019 36,105 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 8 Jun 2018 35,490 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 6 Jun 2018 35,490 miles

Brake pedal has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 4 May 2017 35,242 miles

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

Pass 5 May 2016 34,459 miles

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

Pass 30 Mar 2015 33,783 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2014 33,199 miles
Pass 4 May 2012 33,042 miles
Pass 4 May 2011 32,739 miles
Fail 4 May 2011 32,739 miles

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

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Rear Brake pedal has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Pass 20 Jan 2010 31,944 miles

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

Pass 5 Jan 2009 30,597 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Fail 5 Jan 2009 30,597 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

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

Pass 8 Jan 2008 29,065 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2007 27,087 miles

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

Pass 9 Jan 2006 25,274 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
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P249 WDE is a 1997 Suzuki GS500 in Blue with a 487cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 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 P249 WDE, 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

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What year was P249 WDE registered?

P249 WDE is a 1997 Suzuki GS500, first registered on 1 June 1997.

Is P249 WDE safe to buy?

The MOT history for P249 WDE shows 18 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.

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