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P577 WAT

1997 Suzuki GS500E

Purple Petrol 487cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 May 2012
Tests3 (1 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate33.3%

Mileage

53,687 mi
Last recorded53,687 miles
Recorded on13 May 2011
Typical for 1997 Suzuki GS500E21,645 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP577 WAT
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS500E
Year1997
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine487cc

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MOT History

1 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 May 2011 53,687 miles
Fail 6 Apr 2011 53,687 miles

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

Rear Brake performance not tested (3.3)

Roller brake test Neither brake control achieves an efficiency of 25% (3.3.A2b)

Roller brake test No brake control achieves an efficiency of 30%. (3.3.A2a)

Front Brake performance not tested (3.3) DANGEROUS

Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Brake pad(s) contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k) DANGEROUS

Front Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Fail 12 Nov 2010 53,687 miles

Front Brake pad(s) contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

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

Nearside Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

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

Roller brake test Neither brake control achieves an efficiency of 25% (3.3.A2b)

Roller brake test No brake control achieves an efficiency of 30%. (3.3.A2a)

Front Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

How Reliable is the Suzuki GS500E?

Based on 2,277 MOT tests across 304 vehicles.

77.2%
Pass Rate
773
Miles/Year
37
Year Lifespan
304
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 90
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 41
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 41
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 40
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 39
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P577 WAT is a 1997 Suzuki GS500E in Purple with a 487cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 33.3%.

Across all 1997 Suzuki GS500E models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.8% with a typical mileage of 21,645 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 GS500E fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 90 recorded failures. If you're considering buying P577 WAT, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki GS500E typically stays on UK roads for around 37 years. At 29 years old, this Suzuki GS500E is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was P577 WAT registered?

P577 WAT is a 1997 Suzuki GS500E, first registered on 24 April 1997.

Is P577 WAT safe to buy?

The MOT history for P577 WAT shows 3 tests with a 33.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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