Suzuki GS500K2 Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
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Is the Suzuki GS500K2 reliable? We analysed 650 real MOT tests across 116 vehicles to find out.
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The Suzuki GS500K2 is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick and drive chain excessively loose. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Suzuki GS500K2.
Suzuki GS500K2 Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Suzuki GS500K2. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Suzuki GS500K2 MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Suzuki GS500K2 to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Suzuki GS500K2 Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Suzuki GS500K2 fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Suzuki GS500K2 Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Suzuki GS500K2 owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Suzuki GS500K2 MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Suzuki GS500K2 year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2003 | 391 | 88.7% | 8,153 | 14,213 | 21,768 |
| 2002 | 212 | 83.5% | 15,222 | 22,963 | 31,433 |
How Long Does a Suzuki GS500K2 Last?
Based on 116 Suzuki GS500K2 vehicles on UK roads.
Suzuki GS500K2 Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Suzuki GS500K2 MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.
Best Year to Buy a Used Suzuki GS500K2
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
88.7% MOT pass rate from 391 tests
83.5% MOT pass rate from 212 tests
The best year to buy a used Suzuki GS500K2 is 2003, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 88.7% across 391 tests. The 2002 model year has the lowest pass rate at 83.5% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How Does the Suzuki GS500K2 Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Suzuki GS500K2 THIS CAR | 86.9% | 650 | 16,950 mi | 24 yrs |
| Suzuki Swift | 76.1% | 2,247,517 | 51,601 mi | 31 yrs |
| Suzuki Alto | 74% | 1,154,186 | 41,167 mi | 28 yrs |
| Suzuki Grand Vitara | 76.2% | 1,025,634 | 67,542 mi | 28 yrs |
| Honda Chaly | 83.8% | 1,167 | 8,716 mi | 52 yrs |
Compared to the Suzuki Swift (76.1% pass rate) and the Suzuki Alto (74.0% pass rate), the Suzuki GS500K2 outperforms both on MOT reliability.
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Check a specific Suzuki GS500K2Should you buy a used Suzuki GS500K2?
The Suzuki GS500K2 has an overall MOT pass rate of 86.9% across 650 real MOT tests — comfortably above the UK average, which puts it among the more reliable models on UK roads.
The most common problems on the Suzuki GS500K2 are tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (15 recorded failures), brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (12), and drive chain excessively loose (6). These are the faults most likely to cause an MOT failure on this model, so check for them carefully on any test drive or pre-purchase inspection. Many are wear-and-tear items that can be budgeted for, but a car that's already failing on multiple fronts may signal neglected maintenance.
A typical Suzuki GS500K2 owner drives around 1,385 miles per year. If the car you're looking at is significantly above this, expect more wear on suspension, brakes and tyres. If it's well below, the vehicle may have been sitting unused — check for perished rubber, corroded discs and stale fluids.
In terms of longevity, most Suzuki GS500K2 models stay on UK roads for around 24 years — a strong showing that suggests solid build quality and readily available parts. If you're buying one that's already approaching that window, the data suggests it has plenty of life left provided it's been maintained.
Before committing to a purchase, we recommend running a full vehicle history check on the specific car. This will reveal any outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies that the seller may not disclose — and that the MOT data alone can't tell you.