CarVerify

Free Car Check

P508 GUK

1996 Suzuki GS500

Black Petrol 487cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Sep 2027
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

11,140 mi
Last recorded11,140 miles
Recorded on3 Sep 2026
Typical for 1996 Suzuki GS50026,155 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Suzuki
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £14.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationP508 GUK
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS500
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine487cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Sep 2026 11,140 miles
Pass 3 May 2024 11,013 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2023 10,842 miles

Rear tyre showing signs of age

Pass 1 Apr 2022 10,548 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2021 9,377 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2019 8,705 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2018 8,689 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2017 8,684 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2016 8,641 miles
Pass 19 May 2015 8,617 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2014 8,429 miles

Rear Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 7 Sep 2012 8,154 miles

Rear Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 20 Aug 2011 7,963 miles
Pass 25 May 2010 7,722 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2009 7,619 miles

Front Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Nearside Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 20 May 2008 7,324 miles
Fail 14 May 2008 7,324 miles

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

Pass 8 May 2007 7,257 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
Full Suzuki GS500 reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

P508 GUK is a 1996 Suzuki GS500 in Black with a 487cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 P508 GUK, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of P508 GUK?

You can check the full history of P508 GUK by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was P508 GUK registered?

P508 GUK is a 1996 Suzuki GS500, first registered on 15 November 1996.

Is P508 GUK safe to buy?

The MOT history for P508 GUK shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does P508 GUK have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on P508 GUK. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.