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P299 HRP

1996 Suzuki GS500

Red Petrol 487cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Mar 2018
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

18,111 mi
Last recorded18,111 miles
Recorded on13 Mar 2017
Typical for 1996 Suzuki GS50026,155 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP299 HRP
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS500
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine487cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Mar 2017 18,111 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 16 Mar 2016 14,868 miles
Fail 15 Mar 2016 14,868 miles

Headlamp aim headlamp deteriorated and function impaired not working (1.2.3a)

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam not working (1.2.2a(i))

Front Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 10 Apr 2015 12,700 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2014 11,931 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2013 11,316 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2012 10,582 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2010 9,800 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2009 9,489 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2008 9,189 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2007 9,041 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2006 8,860 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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P299 HRP is a 1996 Suzuki GS500 in Red with a 487cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 P299 HRP, 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 P299 HRP registered?

P299 HRP is a 1996 Suzuki GS500, first registered on 3 October 1996.

Is P299 HRP safe to buy?

The MOT history for P299 HRP shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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