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P253 NFL

1997 Suzuki GS500

Black Petrol 487cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 May 2027
Tests16 (10 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

37,921 mi
Last recorded37,921 miles
Recorded on29 May 2026
Typical for 1997 Suzuki GS50026,370 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP253 NFL
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS500
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine487cc

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MOT History

10 pass 6 fail
Pass 29 May 2026 37,921 miles

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

Exhaust silencer slightly loose (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Fail 28 May 2026 37,920 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Exhaust silencer slightly loose (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 27 Jul 2016 37,638 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2015 36,645 miles
Fail 6 Mar 2015 36,640 miles

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Offside Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

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

Pass 17 Feb 2014 30,083 miles

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

Pass 12 Apr 2013 27,567 miles

Advise one tail light bulb not illuminating

Fail 12 Apr 2013 27,567 miles

Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instruction/s (4.1.2e)

Nearside Front Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Advise one tail light bulb not illuminating

Pass 18 Jun 2012 27,050 miles

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

Fail 17 May 2011 25,345 miles

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

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

Pass 17 May 2011 25,345 miles

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

Pass 2 Apr 2010 23,589 miles
Fail 1 Apr 2010 23,583 miles

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

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 25 Apr 2009 22,666 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2007 22,048 miles
Fail 12 Jan 2007 22,013 miles

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

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

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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P253 NFL is a 1997 Suzuki GS500 in Black with a 487cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 P253 NFL, 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 P253 NFL registered?

P253 NFL is a 1997 Suzuki GS500, first registered on 8 March 1997.

Is P253 NFL safe to buy?

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