MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
17,026 miBelow or average mileage for this year
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Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)
Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))
Front Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)
Rear Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii))
Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)
Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))
Headlamp masks/converters fitted
Front Roller brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.A1a)
Headlamp masks/converters fitted
Headlamp masks/converters fitted
Offside Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3) DANGEROUS
Headlamp masks/converters fitted
Headlamp masks/converters fitted
How Reliable is the Suzuki GS500?
Based on 55,003 MOT tests across 6,013 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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P974 DFL is a 1996 Suzuki GS500 in Red with a 487cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.
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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.
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 P974 DFL, 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 P974 DFL registered?
P974 DFL is a 1996 Suzuki GS500, first registered on 29 August 1996.
Is P974 DFL safe to buy?
The MOT history for P974 DFL shows 8 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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