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P591 HAV

1996 Suzuki GS500

Red Petrol 487cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Mar 2021
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

86,140 mi
Last recorded86,140 miles
Recorded on4 Mar 2020
Typical for 1996 Suzuki GS50026,155 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP591 HAV
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS500
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine487cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Mar 2020 86,140 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2019 86,037 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2018 85,694 miles
Fail 21 Feb 2018 85,694 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 1 Mar 2017 85,279 miles

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 3 Mar 2016 83,848 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2015 80,239 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2014 79,058 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2013 76,683 miles
Pass 29 Feb 2012 72,187 miles
Fail 29 Feb 2012 72,187 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 2 Mar 2011 67,939 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2010 63,335 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2009 59,184 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2008 52,653 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2007 44,961 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2005 40,673 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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P591 HAV 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 P591 HAV, 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 P591 HAV registered?

P591 HAV is a 1996 Suzuki GS500, first registered on 10 December 1996.

Is P591 HAV safe to buy?

The MOT history for P591 HAV 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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