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P347 CPM

1997 Suzuki GS500

Red Petrol 487cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Nov 2019
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

53,091 mi
Last recorded53,091 miles
Recorded on24 Nov 2018
Typical for 1997 Suzuki GS50026,370 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP347 CPM
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS500
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine487cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Nov 2018 53,091 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2017 52,973 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 1.6mm (4.1.3(ii))

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Fail 31 Aug 2017 52,966 miles

Front Brake hose which buldges (3.2.B4) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake hose which buldges (3.2.B4) DANGEROUS

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 1.6mm (4.1.3(ii))

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Fail 9 May 2015 51,993 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

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

Pass 9 May 2015 51,993 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 18 Sep 2013 47,664 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2012 45,981 miles

Exhaust mounting deteriorated. (7.1.1.c)

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

wind screen loose

Pass 7 May 2011 44,638 miles

Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 30 Apr 2010 41,813 miles
Pass 16 May 2008 37,737 miles
Fail 9 May 2008 37,737 miles

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b)

Pass 1 Mar 2007 32,981 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2006 27,835 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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P347 CPM is a 1997 Suzuki GS500 in Red with a 487cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 P347 CPM, 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 P347 CPM registered?

P347 CPM is a 1997 Suzuki GS500, first registered on 4 July 1997.

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