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FE52 CFV

2002 Suzuki GS500

Black Petrol 487cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Aug 2016
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

6,414 mi
Last recorded6,414 miles
Recorded on20 Aug 2015
Typical for 2002 Suzuki GS50020,844 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFE52 CFV
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS500
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine487cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 Aug 2015 6,414 miles

Clutch lever shortened. (6.2.1g)

Front Brake lever is damaged but the brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Rear Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Fail 17 Aug 2015 6,339 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

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

Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instruction/s (4.1.2e)

Clutch lever shortened. (6.2.1g)

Front Brake lever is damaged but the brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Rear Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 28 Aug 2014 89,518 miles

Front Brake lever is damaged but the brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Rear suspension bearing deteriorated but not excessively (2.4A.2a(i))

Fail 28 Aug 2014 89,517 miles

Front Hydraulic brake control creeps under load. (3.1.4a)

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Front Brake lever is damaged but the brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Rear suspension bearing deteriorated but not excessively (2.4A.2a(i))

Pass 24 Aug 2013 71,210 miles
Fail 24 Aug 2013 71,165 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Front Brake lever cannot be applied smoothly (3.1.3d)

Pass 10 Aug 2012 50,920 miles
Fail 6 Aug 2012 50,763 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Front Brake lever cannot be applied smoothly (3.1.3d)

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

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

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 19 Aug 2011 32,700 miles

Clutch lever shortened. (6.2.1g)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Pass 28 Aug 2010 17,835 miles

Clutch lever shortened. (6.2.1g)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 27 Aug 2009 5,096 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2008 4,455 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2006 2,804 miles

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
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FE52 CFV is a 2002 Suzuki GS500 in Black with a 487cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

Across all 2002 Suzuki GS500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.8% with a typical mileage of 20,844 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 FE52 CFV, 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 24 years old, this Suzuki GS500 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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FE52 CFV is a 2002 Suzuki GS500, first registered on 20 September 2002.

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