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P585 AWL

1996 Suzuki GS500

Red Petrol 487cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Apr 2023
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

36,064 mi
Last recorded36,064 miles
Recorded on7 Apr 2022
Typical for 1996 Suzuki GS50026,155 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP585 AWL
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS500
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine487cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Apr 2022 36,064 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Lower Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 24 Mar 2021 33,987 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2020 31,917 miles
Fail 11 Feb 2020 31,917 miles

Drive chain horseshoe locking device incorrectly fitted (6.1.7 (j) (i))

Pass 15 Feb 2019 30,722 miles

Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Jan 2018 29,681 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 1 Sep 2017 28,897 miles

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

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 17 Dec 2016 27,901 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2015 25,777 miles

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

Rear Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. toeing out (2.5.1)

Pass 25 Nov 2014 22,992 miles

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

Pass 9 Apr 2011 22,595 miles
Fail 1 Apr 2011 22,595 miles

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

Rear Roller brake test indicates brake effort rise disproportional to brake lever or pedal effort (3.3.A1c)

Front Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Front Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 2 Oct 2009 22,392 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2008 21,950 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2007 21,082 miles

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

Front mudgaurd damaged but not impeading front wheel or steering wheel

Pass 16 Oct 2006 20,905 miles

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

Front mudgaurd damaged but n ot impeading front wheel or steering operation

Pass 19 Oct 2005 18,178 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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P585 AWL is a 1996 Suzuki GS500 in Red with a 487cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 P585 AWL, 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

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What year was P585 AWL registered?

P585 AWL is a 1996 Suzuki GS500, first registered on 22 November 1996.

Is P585 AWL safe to buy?

The MOT history for P585 AWL shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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