MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
40,521 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))
Offside Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
Offside Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
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))
Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))
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))
Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)
Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)
Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))
Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)
Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))
Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)
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))
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)
Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))
Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)
Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)
Nearside Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)
headlamp converter fitted
How Reliable is the Suzuki GS500?
Based on 55,003 MOT tests across 6,013 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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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.
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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.
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