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P426 KTR

1997 Suzuki GS500

Black Petrol 487cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 May 2016
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

72,956 mi
Last recorded72,956 miles
Recorded on21 May 2015
Typical for 1997 Suzuki GS50026,370 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP426 KTR
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS500
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine487cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 May 2015 72,956 miles
Fail 16 May 2014 71,483 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 16 May 2014 71,483 miles
Pass 8 May 2013 68,824 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Rear position lamp damaged but function not impaired (1.1.1b)

Pass 26 Apr 2012 66,764 miles
Pass 16 May 2011 64,030 miles
Pass 5 May 2010 62,516 miles
Pass 1 May 2009 60,707 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Rear Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

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

surface corrosion on rear swinging arm and rear shock absorber

Pass 23 Feb 2008 59,210 miles

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

Pass 1 Mar 2007 56,095 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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

Pass 2 Feb 2006 51,797 miles

Centre Front Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1a)

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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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P426 KTR is a 1997 Suzuki GS500 in Black with a 487cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 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 P426 KTR, 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 P426 KTR registered?

P426 KTR is a 1997 Suzuki GS500, first registered on 4 January 1997.

Is P426 KTR safe to buy?

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