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BEW 177T

2001 Suzuki GS500E

Red Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Oct 2015
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

53,652 mi
Last recorded53,652 miles
Recorded on6 Apr 2016
Typical for 2001 Suzuki GS500E30,186 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBEW 177T
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS500E
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Fail 6 Apr 2016 53,652 miles

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

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

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 12 Sep 2014 52,668 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2013 52,138 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2012 51,115 miles

Nail in rear tyre

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

Pass 9 Sep 2011 49,268 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2010 46,911 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2009 46,712 miles

Front Roller brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable. (3.3.A2a)

Rear Roller brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable. (3.3.A2a)

Pass 2 Jul 2008 46,556 miles
Fail 2 Jul 2008 46,556 miles

Rear Brake reaction bracket securing bolt(s) loose (3.2.A1j)

Pass 9 Jul 2007 45,346 miles
Fail 9 Jul 2007 45,328 miles

Front Hydraulic brake control feels spongy (3.1.4a)

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 23 Nov 2005 44,690 miles
Fail 22 Nov 2005 44,666 miles

Front Headlamp aim beam image kick-up is to the offside (1.6.1)

Fuel cap does not fasten securely by a positive means (7.2.2b)

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator insecure (1.5.3b)

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

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

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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BEW 177T is a 2001 Suzuki GS500E 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 2001 Suzuki GS500E models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.3% with a typical mileage of 30,186 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 GS500E fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 90 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BEW 177T, 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 25 years old, this Suzuki GS500E is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was BEW 177T registered?

BEW 177T is a 2001 Suzuki GS500E, first registered on 1 September 2001.

Is BEW 177T safe to buy?

The MOT history for BEW 177T shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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