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R624 SCU

1996 Suzuki GS500

Red Petrol 487cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Sep 2015
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

33,590 mi
Last recorded33,590 miles
Recorded on15 Sep 2014
Typical for 1996 Suzuki GS50026,155 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR624 SCU
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS500
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine487cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Sep 2014 33,590 miles
Pass 12 May 2012 32,847 miles

Rear Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Pass 27 May 2011 31,389 miles
Fail 20 May 2011 31,389 miles

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

Nearside Front Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Pass 22 May 2010 28,648 miles

Rear Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Fail 22 May 2010 28,648 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

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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R624 SCU is a 1996 Suzuki GS500 in Red with a 487cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 R624 SCU, 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

How do I check the history of R624 SCU?

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What year was R624 SCU registered?

R624 SCU is a 1996 Suzuki GS500, first registered on 1 April 1996.

Is R624 SCU safe to buy?

The MOT history for R624 SCU shows 6 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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