MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
48,888 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)
Front suspension has excessive stiffness in the suspension movement. (2.3.6b) DANGEROUS
Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)
wiring harness close to rocker cover
Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)
Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)
Horn not working (1.7.3a)
Nearside Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)
engine mount broken
head stock slightly tight
How Reliable is the Suzuki GS500?
Based on 55,003 MOT tests across 6,013 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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P870 AFJ is a 1996 Suzuki GS500 in Blue with a 487cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.
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 P870 AFJ, 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 P870 AFJ registered?
P870 AFJ is a 1996 Suzuki GS500, first registered on 19 August 1996.
Is P870 AFJ safe to buy?
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