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P382 NWC

1997 Suzuki GS500

Orange Petrol 487cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Nov 2011
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

46,198 mi
Last recorded46,198 miles
Recorded on8 Nov 2010
Typical for 1997 Suzuki GS50026,370 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP382 NWC
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS500
Year1997
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine487cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Nov 2010 46,198 miles

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

Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

rear brake lever pivot tight causing rear brake to bind slightly

tight links in chain

Pass 22 Jul 2008 45,908 miles

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

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

Fail 22 Jul 2008 45,908 miles

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

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

Pass 9 Jul 2007 45,848 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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P382 NWC is a 1997 Suzuki GS500 in Orange 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 P382 NWC, 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 P382 NWC registered?

P382 NWC is a 1997 Suzuki GS500, first registered on 4 February 1997.

Is P382 NWC safe to buy?

The MOT history for P382 NWC shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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