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P998 KKL

1996 Suzuki GS500

Black Petrol 487cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Dec 2013
Tests4 (2 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

35,258 mi
Last recorded35,258 miles
Recorded on15 Dec 2012
Typical for 1996 Suzuki GS50026,155 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP998 KKL
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS500
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine487cc

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MOT History

2 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Dec 2012 35,258 miles
Fail 11 Dec 2012 35,254 miles

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

Front Roller brake test indicates brake effort rise disproportional to brake lever or pedal effort (3.3.A1c) DANGEROUS

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a) DANGEROUS

Front Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

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

Rear suspension slightly corroded (2.4.A.2d)

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1a)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 14 May 2009 31,893 miles
Fail 8 May 2009 31,862 miles

Brake lever pivots excessively worn (3.1.3a)

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

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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P998 KKL is a 1996 Suzuki GS500 in Black with a 487cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 P998 KKL, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was P998 KKL registered?

P998 KKL is a 1996 Suzuki GS500, first registered on 30 December 1996.

Is P998 KKL safe to buy?

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