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P71 PKM

1996 Suzuki GS500

Purple Petrol 487cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Aug 2023
Tests19 (12 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate63.2%

Mileage

36,701 mi
Last recorded36,701 miles
Recorded on3 Aug 2022
Typical for 1996 Suzuki GS50026,155 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP71 PKM
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS500
Year1996
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine487cc

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MOT History

12 pass 7 fail
Pass 3 Aug 2022 36,701 miles

Front tyre perishing/cracking

Shock absorber has a light misting of oil Both front (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 29 Jul 2019 36,422 miles

Motorcycle structure is fractured but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced chain guard bolt missing (6.1.1 (a) (i))

Fail 29 Jul 2019 36,422 miles

Motorcycle structure is fractured but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced chain guard bolt missing (6.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 25 Apr 2018 36,246 miles

Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Fail 20 Apr 2018 36,246 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

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

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

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

Pass 17 May 2016 35,332 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Fail 17 May 2016 35,332 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Fuel system component insecure (7.2.1b)

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

Pass 27 Jan 2015 32,667 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2013 30,780 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2012 29,905 miles

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

Fail 8 Nov 2012 29,903 miles

Front Brake disc(s) friction surface contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

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

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

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

Rear Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii))

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

Pass 29 Jan 2011 28,570 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2008 28,466 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2007 27,735 miles
Fail 2 Aug 2007 27,735 miles

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

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i)) DANGEROUS

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 12 Aug 2006 26,876 miles

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1a)

Fail 14 Sep 2005 22,953 miles

Centre Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.2)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

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

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

Pass 14 Sep 2005 22,953 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

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

Fail 7 Sep 2005 22,921 miles

Centre Front Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is above 850mm from the ground (1.6.3)

Centre Rear Lower Rear suspension bush has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the steering (2.5.1) DANGEROUS

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

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

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

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

front tyre perished

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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P71 PKM is a 1996 Suzuki GS500 in Purple with a 487cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.2%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 P71 PKM, 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 P71 PKM registered?

P71 PKM is a 1996 Suzuki GS500, first registered on 30 December 1996.

Is P71 PKM safe to buy?

The MOT history for P71 PKM shows 19 tests with a 63.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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