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P79 BUJ

1996 Suzuki GS500E

White Petrol 487cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Mar 2015
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

17,668 mi
Last recorded17,668 miles
Recorded on19 Mar 2014
Typical for 1996 Suzuki GS500E29,041 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP79 BUJ
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS500E
Year1996
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine487cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Fail 19 Mar 2014 17,668 miles

Clutch lever shortened. (6.2.1g)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Nearside Front Direction indicator damaged but function not impaired (1.5.3a)

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

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

Roller brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable. (3.3.A2a)

Roller brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable. (3.3.A2b)

Pass 19 Mar 2014 17,668 miles

Clutch lever shortened. (6.2.1g)

Nearside Front Direction indicator damaged but function not impaired (1.5.3a)

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

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

Roller brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable. (3.3.A2a)

Roller brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable. (3.3.A2b)

Pass 17 Nov 2012 16,453 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2011 15,542 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 11 Jun 2010 15,015 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2009 14,188 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2008 13,140 miles
Fail 7 Jul 2007 11,125 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 7 Jul 2007 11,125 miles
Pass 30 May 2006 9,786 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2006 9,763 miles

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

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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P79 BUJ is a 1996 Suzuki GS500E in White with a 487cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 P79 BUJ, 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.

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What year was P79 BUJ registered?

P79 BUJ is a 1996 Suzuki GS500E, first registered on 5 October 1996.

Is P79 BUJ safe to buy?

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