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P466 EST

1996 Suzuki GS500

Green Petrol 487cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jul 2013
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

17,220 mi
Last recorded17,220 miles
Recorded on25 Jul 2012
Typical for 1996 Suzuki GS50026,155 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP466 EST
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS500
Year1996
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine487cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Jul 2012 17,220 miles

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

Pass 22 Jul 2011 15,760 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2010 13,884 miles
Pass 2 May 2008 31,422 miles
Pass 25 May 2007 28,959 miles

front brake feels slightly spongy

Fail 21 May 2007 28,955 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Front Hydraulic brake control feels spongy (3.1.4a)

Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.7.3a)

Rear Brake component has restricted free movement and operation is likely to be impeded (3.2.A1h)

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

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

Pass 23 Mar 2006 28,841 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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P466 EST is a 1996 Suzuki GS500 in Green with a 487cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 P466 EST, 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.

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What year was P466 EST registered?

P466 EST is a 1996 Suzuki GS500, first registered on 10 October 1996.

Is P466 EST safe to buy?

The MOT history for P466 EST shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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