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P915 KWE

1997 Suzuki GS500E

Black Petrol 487cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jul 2025
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

38,442 mi
Last recorded38,442 miles
Recorded on6 Jul 2024
Typical for 1997 Suzuki GS500E21,645 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP915 KWE
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS500E
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine487cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Jul 2024 38,442 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2022 38,304 miles

front and rear tyres are old

Pass 13 Aug 2021 38,229 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Revs returning slightly slower to idle.

slight oil leak on engine.

Pass 17 Dec 2019 37,701 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 18 Dec 2018 35,392 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2016 32,815 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2015 28,923 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2014 25,368 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2013 22,158 miles
Fail 14 Jul 2012 18,682 miles

Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

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

Pass 14 Jul 2012 18,682 miles

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

Pass 9 Jul 2011 15,566 miles
Fail 5 Jul 2010 12,295 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

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

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

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

Pass 5 Jul 2010 12,295 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

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

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

Pass 11 Jul 2009 9,258 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2008 6,235 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2007 2,895 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2006 2,047 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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P915 KWE is a 1997 Suzuki GS500E in Black with a 487cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 1997 Suzuki GS500E models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.8% with a typical mileage of 21,645 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 P915 KWE, 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 29 years old, this Suzuki GS500E is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was P915 KWE registered?

P915 KWE is a 1997 Suzuki GS500E, first registered on 18 February 1997.

Is P915 KWE safe to buy?

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