CarVerify

Free Car Check

S172 MVP

1999 Suzuki GS500

Black Petrol 487cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jul 2024
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

40,521 mi
Last recorded40,521 miles
Recorded on24 Jun 2023
Typical for 1999 Suzuki GS50024,191 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

4 checks still locked for this Suzuki
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationS172 MVP
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS500
Year1999
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine487cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 24 Jun 2023 40,521 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 21 Jun 2022 40,429 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 12 Jul 2021 39,987 miles

Offside Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Offside Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 12 May 2020 39,002 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Handle Bar Bush Worn

Indicator switch insecure (4.4.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Oil Leak

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 19 Jan 2019 34,620 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Fail 16 Jan 2019 36,620 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Drive chain worn to excess (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn dog bone (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 18 Jan 2018 33,302 miles

Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Pass 30 Dec 2016 27,441 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2015 22,293 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2015 22,256 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 16 Aug 2014 21,594 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Fail 16 Aug 2014 21,594 miles

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

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 14 Aug 2013 19,007 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 23 Aug 2012 15,676 miles
Fail 15 Aug 2012 15,667 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Pass 29 Jul 2011 15,380 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2011 15,380 miles

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

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

Rear Brake disc(s) friction surface contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

Pass 30 Jul 2010 14,935 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Fail 28 Jul 2010 14,935 miles

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

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

Pass 29 Jul 2009 12,236 miles

Nearside Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 13 Aug 2007 10,777 miles

headlamp converter fitted

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
Full Suzuki GS500 reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

S172 MVP is a 1999 Suzuki GS500 in Black with a 487cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

Across all 1999 Suzuki GS500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.1% with a typical mileage of 24,191 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 S172 MVP, 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 27 years old, this Suzuki GS500 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of S172 MVP?

You can check the full history of S172 MVP by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was S172 MVP registered?

S172 MVP is a 1999 Suzuki GS500, first registered on 1 February 1999.

Is S172 MVP safe to buy?

The MOT history for S172 MVP shows 21 tests with a 76.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does S172 MVP have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on S172 MVP. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.