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M476 FTC

1995 Suzuki GS500

Red Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 May 2022
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

12,530 mi
Last recorded12,530 miles
Recorded on7 May 2021
Typical for 1995 Suzuki GS50027,403 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM476 FTC
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS500
Year1995
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 7 May 2021 12,530 miles
Fail 7 May 2021 12,524 miles

Rear Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25% (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Aug 2016 12,049 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2015 10,461 miles
Fail 3 Aug 2015 10,437 miles

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Pass 29 Aug 2013 10,377 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Rear suspension component slightly corroded. (2.4.A.1a)

Fail 7 Aug 2013 10,375 miles

Fuel tank leaking (7.2.1a)

Rear Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Rear suspension component slightly corroded. (2.4.A.1a)

Pass 20 Jul 2011 10,249 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2010 10,166 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Pass 2 May 2008 10,078 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2007 9,599 miles
Fail 30 Mar 2007 9,599 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Tyre has ply or cord exposed (4.1.2a(iii)

Pass 7 Apr 2006 9,368 miles

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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M476 FTC is a 1995 Suzuki GS500 in Red with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

Across all 1995 Suzuki GS500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.7% with a typical mileage of 27,403 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 M476 FTC, 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 31 years old, this Suzuki GS500 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was M476 FTC registered?

M476 FTC is a 1995 Suzuki GS500, first registered on 31 December 1995.

Is M476 FTC safe to buy?

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