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P277 HKP

1996 Suzuki GS500

Blue Petrol 487cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Feb 2016
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

38,800 mi
Last recorded38,800 miles
Recorded on9 Feb 2015
Typical for 1996 Suzuki GS50026,155 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP277 HKP
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS500
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine487cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Fail 9 Feb 2015 38,800 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

Pass 9 Feb 2015 38,800 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2013 37,671 miles

Very slight rpm increase when handle bars turned to left

Pass 25 Oct 2012 36,560 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2011 32,649 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2010 27,466 miles

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

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

Pass 5 Nov 2009 23,906 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2008 23,092 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2007 21,381 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2006 20,466 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Pass 14 Oct 2005 19,900 miles

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

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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P277 HKP is a 1996 Suzuki GS500 in Blue with a 487cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 P277 HKP, 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.

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What year was P277 HKP registered?

P277 HKP is a 1996 Suzuki GS500, first registered on 2 November 1996.

Is P277 HKP safe to buy?

The MOT history for P277 HKP shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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