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P857 SFR

1996 Suzuki GS500E

Red Petrol 487cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Feb 2019
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

46,052 mi
Last recorded46,052 miles
Recorded on8 Feb 2018
Typical for 1996 Suzuki GS500E29,041 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP857 SFR
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS500E
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine487cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Feb 2018 46,052 miles

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

Rear tyre small side wall crarks

Pass 4 Feb 2017 44,604 miles

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

Pass 3 Feb 2016 43,085 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

indicators flshing fast

Pass 7 Feb 2015 41,605 miles

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

indicators flashing fast

Pass 18 Jan 2014 39,915 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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

Pass 9 Feb 2013 38,509 miles

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

Fail 2 Feb 2013 38,497 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Front Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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

Pass 28 Jan 2012 35,904 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 29 Jan 2011 34,374 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2010 32,930 miles
Fail 30 Jan 2010 32,917 miles

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

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 24 Jan 2009 31,307 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2008 29,704 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2007 28,226 miles

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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P857 SFR is a 1996 Suzuki GS500E in Red with a 487cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 P857 SFR, 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 P857 SFR registered?

P857 SFR is a 1996 Suzuki GS500E, first registered on 22 August 1996.

Is P857 SFR safe to buy?

The MOT history for P857 SFR shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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