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P37 NBK

1997 Suzuki GS500

Red Petrol 487cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 May 2015
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

21,701 mi
Last recorded21,701 miles
Recorded on16 May 2014
Typical for 1997 Suzuki GS50026,370 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP37 NBK
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS500
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine487cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 May 2014 21,701 miles

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

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 2 Aug 2007 19,678 miles

Centre Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

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

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

Fail 31 Jul 2007 19,676 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Centre Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

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

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

Pass 8 Jul 2006 18,409 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

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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P37 NBK is a 1997 Suzuki GS500 in Red with a 487cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 P37 NBK, 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 P37 NBK registered?

P37 NBK is a 1997 Suzuki GS500, first registered on 18 March 1997.

Is P37 NBK safe to buy?

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