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FN52 YBU

2002 Suzuki GS500

Black Petrol 487cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Apr 2027
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

23,405 mi
Last recorded23,405 miles
Recorded on2 Apr 2026
Typical for 2002 Suzuki GS50020,844 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFN52 YBU
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS500
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine487cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Apr 2026 23,405 miles
Fail 1 Apr 2026 23,377 miles

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamp(s) (4.7.2 (a))

Pass 23 Apr 2025 22,494 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2023 22,478 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2022 22,385 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2020 21,386 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2018 20,442 miles

oil leak from engine

Pass 17 May 2017 19,746 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2016 19,123 miles

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

Pass 2 Apr 2015 18,258 miles

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

front tyre deteriorated (splitting)

Fail 31 Mar 2015 18,256 miles

Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.2a(i))

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

front tyre deteriorated (splitting)

Pass 9 Apr 2014 17,761 miles

Oil leak

front tyre perished

Pass 8 Sep 2012 16,496 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2011 15,730 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2010 13,469 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2008 12,695 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2007 12,512 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2006 10,155 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 YBU is a 2002 Suzuki GS500 in Black with a 487cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 YBU, 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 YBU registered?

FN52 YBU is a 2002 Suzuki GS500, first registered on 3 September 2002.

Is FN52 YBU safe to buy?

The MOT history for FN52 YBU shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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