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P781 MLH

1996 Suzuki GS500

Red Petrol 487cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Mar 2012
Tests9 (5 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate55.6%

Mileage

13,771 mi
Last recorded13,771 miles
Recorded on5 Mar 2012
Typical for 1996 Suzuki GS50026,155 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP781 MLH
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS500
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine487cc

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MOT History

5 pass 4 fail
Fail 5 Mar 2012 13,771 miles

Direction indicators flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Rear Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

Clutch Lever Shortened with Sharp End

Rear Number Plate Holder/Mudgaurd Insecure

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 2 Mar 2011 13,442 miles

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

Pass 8 Mar 2010 11,940 miles
Fail 4 Mar 2010 11,940 miles

Brake caliper(s) securing bolt(s) loose (3.2.A1j)

Rear suspension fouling which affects the movement of the rear suspension (2.4.A.3a) DANGEROUS

Rear wheel spindle securing nut(s) loose (2.4.A.2b) DANGEROUS

Pass 13 Mar 2009 11,320 miles
Fail 25 Feb 2009 11,320 miles

Front Brake component is excessively corroded (3.1.5)

Front Brake lever is bent and the brake cannot be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

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

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

Rear mono-shock pivot excessively worn (2.4.B.4)

Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 26 Feb 2008 9,906 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2006 40,895 miles

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

Fail 11 Aug 2006 40,859 miles

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

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

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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P781 MLH is a 1996 Suzuki GS500 in Red with a 487cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 55.6%.

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 P781 MLH, 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 P781 MLH registered?

P781 MLH is a 1996 Suzuki GS500, first registered on 20 August 1996.

Is P781 MLH safe to buy?

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