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P291 VTY

1996 Suzuki GS500E

Blue Petrol 487cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jan 2014
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

22,718 mi
Last recorded22,718 miles
Recorded on8 Jan 2013
Typical for 1996 Suzuki GS500E29,041 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP291 VTY
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS500E
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine487cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Jan 2013 22,718 miles
Fail 8 Jan 2013 22,704 miles

Direction indicators flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

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

Throttle has a significant change in engine speed whilst moving the steering from lock to lock (2.1.4)

Pass 14 Jan 2012 19,857 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2011 13,625 miles
Fail 29 Jan 2011 13,625 miles

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

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

Fail 18 Sep 2010 13,617 miles

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

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

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Nearside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

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

Pass 11 Sep 2009 10,653 miles

Advise front brake has slight bind

Nail in rear tyre

Pass 12 Feb 2008 9,810 miles

Temporary fuel cap fitted.

How Reliable is the Suzuki GS500E?

Based on 2,277 MOT tests across 304 vehicles.

77.2%
Pass Rate
773
Miles/Year
37
Year Lifespan
304
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 90
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 41
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 41
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 40
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 39
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P291 VTY is a 1996 Suzuki GS500E in Blue with a 487cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

Across all 1996 Suzuki GS500E models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.9% with a typical mileage of 29,041 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 GS500E fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 90 recorded failures. If you're considering buying P291 VTY, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki GS500E typically stays on UK roads for around 37 years. At 30 years old, this Suzuki GS500E is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was P291 VTY registered?

P291 VTY is a 1996 Suzuki GS500E, first registered on 1 August 1996.

Is P291 VTY safe to buy?

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