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P388 TBD

1997 Suzuki GS500F

Red Petrol 487cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Mar 2023
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

40,607 mi
Last recorded40,607 miles
Recorded on30 Mar 2022
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP388 TBD
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS500F
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine487cc
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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Mar 2022 40,607 miles

Central Lower Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 15 Mar 2021 40,418 miles

Rear Lower Suspension arm pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 27 May 2020 40,210 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 3 Apr 2019 39,897 miles
Fail 3 Apr 2019 39,897 miles

Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Front Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Drive chain so loose it is likely to fail (6.1.7 (c) (ii))

Pass 11 Apr 2018 39,302 miles

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

Fail 11 Apr 2018 39,302 miles

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

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

Pass 12 Apr 2017 36,734 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 9 Apr 2016 32,010 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

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

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

Pass 15 Apr 2015 28,920 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2014 25,808 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2013 23,725 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2012 21,630 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2011 19,682 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2010 17,537 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2009 14,571 miles

How Reliable is the Suzuki GS500F?

Based on 2,782 MOT tests across 296 vehicles.

84.0%
Pass Rate
820
Miles/Year
22
Year Lifespan
296
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 50
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 41
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 29
Drive chain excessively loose 25
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 22
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P388 TBD is a 1997 Suzuki GS500F in Red with a 487cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

The most common reason a Suzuki GS500F fails its MOT is brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick, accounting for 50 recorded failures. If you're considering buying P388 TBD, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki GS500F typically stays on UK roads for around 22 years. At 29 years old, this Suzuki GS500F is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was P388 TBD registered?

P388 TBD is a 1997 Suzuki GS500F, first registered on 17 June 1997.

Is P388 TBD safe to buy?

The MOT history for P388 TBD shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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