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FY02 XPM

2002 Suzuki GS500

Blue Petrol 487cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jul 2019
Tests19 (13 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate68.4%

Mileage

29,366 mi
Last recorded29,366 miles
Recorded on22 Aug 2020
Typical for 2002 Suzuki GS50020,844 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFY02 XPM
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS500
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine487cc

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MOT History

13 pass 6 fail
Fail 22 Aug 2020 29,366 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible (4.1.4 (c))

Fuel hose leaking excessively or a risk of fire (6.1.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Offside Front Lower Brake hose leaking (1.1.12 (c))

Fail 7 Aug 2020 29,327 miles

Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible (4.1.4 (c))

Nearside Front All direction indicators obviously incorrectly positioned (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front All direction indicators obviously incorrectly positioned (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Handlebar so insecure it is likely to become detached (2.2.1 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Handlebar so insecure it is likely to become detached (2.2.1 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 7 Jul 2018 28,463 miles

Nearside Rear Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced (4.2.3 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Jul 2017 27,320 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2016 26,492 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2016 26,489 miles

Rear mono-shock pivot excessively worn link to frame (2.4.B.4)

Pass 20 May 2014 22,182 miles

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

Fail 13 May 2014 22,037 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 25 Jun 2013 15,015 miles

Front Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Front Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 8 May 2012 7,590 miles

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Fail 20 May 2011 56,254 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 20 May 2011 56,254 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2011 5,619 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2009 5,604 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2008 5,413 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2007 4,941 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2006 3,591 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2006 3,591 miles

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

Pass 27 Jun 2005 3,158 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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FY02 XPM is a 2002 Suzuki GS500 in Blue with a 487cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.4%.

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 FY02 XPM, 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 FY02 XPM registered?

FY02 XPM is a 2002 Suzuki GS500, first registered on 28 June 2002.

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