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P361 SGF

1996 Suzuki GS500

Black Petrol 487cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Apr 2027
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

43,527 mi
Last recorded43,527 miles
Recorded on30 Apr 2026
Typical for 1996 Suzuki GS50026,155 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP361 SGF
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS500
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine487cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Apr 2026 43,527 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Fail 28 Apr 2026 43,526 miles

Front Brake disc contaminated (1.1.14 (b))

Front Brake pad(s) contaminated (1.1.13 (b))

Rear Brake indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 26 Apr 2022 43,497 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2021 43,272 miles

Central Centre stand slow to return.

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 2 May 2019 43,117 miles

Front Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Tyre sidewall perished both sides.

Pass 1 Feb 2018 43,117 miles

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 6 Mar 2013 43,062 miles

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

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

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1b)

Pass 28 May 2009 42,935 miles
Fail 20 May 2009 42,934 miles

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

Pass 11 May 2007 41,927 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2006 38,112 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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P361 SGF is a 1996 Suzuki GS500 in Black with a 487cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 P361 SGF, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was P361 SGF registered?

P361 SGF is a 1996 Suzuki GS500, first registered on 25 September 1996.

Is P361 SGF safe to buy?

The MOT history for P361 SGF shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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