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P806 DAO

1996 Suzuki GS500

Green Petrol 487cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jun 2023
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

51,404 mi
Last recorded51,404 miles
Recorded on8 Jun 2022
Typical for 1996 Suzuki GS50026,155 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP806 DAO
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS500
Year1996
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine487cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 8 Jun 2022 51,404 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Exhaust slightly loose muffler (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 6 Feb 2021 42,326 miles

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned slight twist in front fork alignment. (2.4 (a))

Pass 12 Jun 2019 36,059 miles
Pass 18 May 2018 30,702 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2017 26,782 miles
Fail 12 May 2017 26,782 miles

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 9 Mar 2016 23,476 miles

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

Fail 2 Mar 2016 23,473 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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

Pass 3 Mar 2015 21,772 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2014 19,901 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2013 18,145 miles
Fail 2 Feb 2013 18,119 miles

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

Pass 17 Jan 2012 16,261 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2011 14,743 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2010 12,924 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2009 11,175 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2008 9,299 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2007 8,213 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2007 8,213 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

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

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

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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P806 DAO is a 1996 Suzuki GS500 in Green with a 487cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 P806 DAO, 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 P806 DAO registered?

P806 DAO is a 1996 Suzuki GS500, first registered on 22 November 1996.

Is P806 DAO safe to buy?

The MOT history for P806 DAO shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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