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P572 FNE

1996 Suzuki GS500E

Blue Petrol 487cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 May 2027
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

29,938 mi
Last recorded29,938 miles
Recorded on8 May 2026
Typical for 1996 Suzuki GS500E29,041 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP572 FNE
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS500E
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine487cc
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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 May 2026 29,938 miles

Offside Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Pass 29 May 2020 29,454 miles
Pass 11 May 2019 29,163 miles
Pass 4 May 2018 28,999 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2017 27,605 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2016 26,825 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2015 25,413 miles
Fail 15 Apr 2015 25,411 miles

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

Pass 17 Apr 2014 23,336 miles

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

Pass 8 Feb 2011 22,680 miles
Fail 8 Feb 2011 22,680 miles

Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.2a(i))

Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

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

Pass 23 Dec 2009 19,965 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2007 18,910 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2006 18,527 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

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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P572 FNE is a 1996 Suzuki GS500E in Blue with a 487cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 1996 Suzuki GS500E models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.9% with a typical mileage of 29,041 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 P572 FNE, 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 30 years old, this Suzuki GS500E is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was P572 FNE registered?

P572 FNE is a 1996 Suzuki GS500E, first registered on 9 September 1996.

Is P572 FNE safe to buy?

The MOT history for P572 FNE shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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