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FN02 JHV

2002 Suzuki GS500

Black Petrol 487cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jan 2022
Tests23 (15 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate65.2%

Mileage

31,796 mi
Last recorded31,796 miles
Recorded on6 Jan 2021
Typical for 2002 Suzuki GS50020,844 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFN02 JHV
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS500
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine487cc

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MOT History

15 pass 8 fail
Pass 6 Jan 2021 31,796 miles

Central Rear Suspension corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Jan 2020 31,734 miles

Central Rear Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Suspension area (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 10 Dec 2018 31,713 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2017 31,614 miles

Motorcycle structure has been slightly modified (6.1.1b)

Rear Lower Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Fail 12 Sep 2017 31,614 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Motorcycle structure has been slightly modified (6.1.1b)

Rear Lower Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 13 Sep 2016 31,555 miles
Fail 2 Aug 2016 31,536 miles

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

Pass 4 Aug 2015 31,342 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2014 31,336 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2013 31,327 miles
Fail 1 Aug 2013 31,321 miles

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

Pass 9 Jul 2012 31,313 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2011 31,098 miles
Fail 8 Jun 2011 31,098 miles

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

Pass 9 Jun 2010 30,202 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Pass 9 May 2009 28,908 miles
Fail 9 May 2009 28,908 miles

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

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

Fail 5 May 2009 28,829 miles

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

Nearside Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Nearside Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

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

Pass 2 Jun 2008 26,579 miles

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

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

Pass 29 May 2007 23,307 miles
Fail 29 May 2007 23,307 miles

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

Pass 22 Mar 2006 17,882 miles
Fail 22 Mar 2006 17,882 miles

Nearside Front Handlebar mounting clamp loose (2.1.1a)

Rear Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the steering (2.5.1)

Rear Brake disc(s) is slightly distorted (3.2.A1m)

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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FN02 JHV is a 2002 Suzuki GS500 in Black with a 487cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 65.2%.

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 FN02 JHV, 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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FN02 JHV is a 2002 Suzuki GS500, first registered on 1 March 2002.

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