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P253 VTY

1996 Suzuki GS500

Green Petrol 487cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Aug 2027
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

33,295 mi
Last recorded33,295 miles
Recorded on18 Aug 2026
Typical for 1996 Suzuki GS50026,155 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP253 VTY
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS500
Year1996
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine487cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Aug 2026 33,295 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2025 33,286 miles
Pass 2 May 2024 33,279 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2023 33,271 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2022 33,263 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2021 32,496 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2017 29,878 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2016 26,452 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2015 22,351 miles
Fail 14 Mar 2015 22,351 miles

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 5 Apr 2014 19,018 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2008 18,998 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2007 18,960 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2006 18,835 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2005 18,607 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

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P253 VTY is a 1996 Suzuki GS500 in Green with a 487cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

Across all 1996 Suzuki GS500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.6% with a typical mileage of 26,155 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 P253 VTY, 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 30 years old, this Suzuki GS500 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of P253 VTY?

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What year was P253 VTY registered?

P253 VTY is a 1996 Suzuki GS500, first registered on 1 August 1996.

Is P253 VTY safe to buy?

The MOT history for P253 VTY shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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