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FN52 RBX

2002 Suzuki GS500

Blue Petrol 487cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Apr 2024
Tests22 (15 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate68.2%

Mileage

37,322 mi
Last recorded37,322 miles
Recorded on27 Apr 2023
Typical for 2002 Suzuki GS50020,844 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFN52 RBX
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS500
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine487cc

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MOT History

15 pass 7 fail
Pass 27 Apr 2023 37,322 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 6 Apr 2023 37,263 miles

Front Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Suspension component pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 22 Jul 2021 34,936 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 30 Mar 2020 34,099 miles
Fail 24 Mar 2020 34,096 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 28 Feb 2019 32,308 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 27 Jan 2018 30,434 miles

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

Fail 13 Jan 2018 30,409 miles

Handlebar deformed (2.1.1b)

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

Pass 12 Dec 2016 27,898 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2015 25,702 miles
Fail 12 Dec 2015 25,702 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 28 Aug 2014 25,695 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2012 25,266 miles
Pass 26 May 2011 24,336 miles

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

Fail 26 May 2011 24,336 miles

Registration plate delaminated (6.3.1.d)

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

Pass 26 Mar 2010 24,100 miles
Fail 19 Mar 2010 24,100 miles

Rear Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

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

Fail 19 Mar 2009 20,820 miles

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

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

Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 19 Mar 2009 20,820 miles

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

Pass 3 Mar 2008 17,058 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2007 10,286 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 10 Apr 2006 8,175 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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FN52 RBX is a 2002 Suzuki GS500 in Blue with a 487cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.2%.

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 FN52 RBX, 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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What year was FN52 RBX registered?

FN52 RBX is a 2002 Suzuki GS500, first registered on 1 November 2002.

Is FN52 RBX safe to buy?

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