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P34 JSF

1996 Suzuki GS500

Green Petrol 487cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jul 2018
Tests4 (4 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

24,037 mi
Last recorded24,037 miles
Recorded on31 Jul 2017
Typical for 1996 Suzuki GS50026,155 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP34 JSF
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS500
Year1996
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine487cc

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MOT History

4 pass
Pass 31 Jul 2017 24,037 miles

slightly reduced damping effect

Pass 29 Jul 2016 23,323 miles

Drive chain sprocket slightly worn both front and rear (6.2.1e)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit also perished with small cuts (4.1.3(ii))

Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Pass 3 Mar 2007 22,806 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2006 21,587 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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P34 JSF is a 1996 Suzuki GS500 in Green with a 487cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 P34 JSF, 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 P34 JSF registered?

P34 JSF is a 1996 Suzuki GS500, first registered on 8 August 1996.

Is P34 JSF safe to buy?

The MOT history for P34 JSF shows 4 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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