MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
51,827 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Nearside handlebar grip spins
Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)
Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)
Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))
Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)
Headlamp aim too high (1.6)
Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)
Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))
Front Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)
Front Headlamp aim too high (hotspot upper edge above the horizontal 0% line) (1.6.1)
How Reliable is the Suzuki GS500?
Based on 55,003 MOT tests across 6,013 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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P479 EOK is a 1996 Suzuki GS500 in Black with a 487cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.
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 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 P479 EOK, 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 P479 EOK registered?
P479 EOK is a 1996 Suzuki GS500, first registered on 24 September 1996.
Is P479 EOK safe to buy?
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