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P714 TUM

1996 Suzuki GS500E

Green Petrol 495cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jul 2018
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

40,753 mi
Last recorded40,753 miles
Recorded on11 Jul 2017
Typical for 1996 Suzuki GS500E29,041 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP714 TUM
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS500E
Year1996
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine495cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Jul 2017 40,753 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2016 39,452 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2015 38,318 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2014 36,987 miles

tested with no indicators

Pass 5 Sep 2013 34,210 miles

rear tyre slightly perrished

Pass 7 Aug 2012 32,661 miles

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

Pass 8 Sep 2011 28,060 miles
Fail 2 Sep 2011 28,060 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Stop lamp damaged but function not impaired (1.3.3a)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 11 Jan 2011 61,612 miles

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

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

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Fail 11 Jan 2011 61,612 miles

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

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

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

Rear Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 18 Jan 2010 61,223 miles

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Rear position lamp deteriorated but function not impaired (1.1.1b)

Pass 23 Dec 2005 60,264 miles
Fail 3 Dec 2005 60,260 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake disc(s) excessively worn (3.2.A1l) DANGEROUS

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

Rear Tyre is unsuitable (4.1.1) DANGEROUS

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Inner Rear Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

nail in tyre

right hand rear position light not working

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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P714 TUM is a 1996 Suzuki GS500E in Green with a 495cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

Across all 1996 Suzuki GS500E models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.9% with a typical mileage of 29,041 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 P714 TUM, 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 30 years old, this Suzuki GS500E is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was P714 TUM registered?

P714 TUM is a 1996 Suzuki GS500E, first registered on 11 December 1996.

Is P714 TUM safe to buy?

The MOT history for P714 TUM shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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