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FY02 ZHL

2002 Suzuki GS500

Black Petrol 487cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Apr 2025
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

32,220 mi
Last recorded32,220 miles
Recorded on19 Apr 2024
Typical for 2002 Suzuki GS50020,844 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFY02 ZHL
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS500
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine487cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 19 Apr 2024 32,220 miles

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

Pass 20 Apr 2023 29,584 miles

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

Pass 14 Apr 2022 25,848 miles
Fail 14 Apr 2022 25,848 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 13 Apr 2021 24,561 miles
Fail 13 Apr 2021 24,561 miles

Drive chain horseshoe locking device incorrectly fitted (6.1.7 (j) (i))

Pass 21 Mar 2020 37,030 miles
Fail 19 Mar 2020 37,030 miles

Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Apr 2019 31,280 miles

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

Pass 10 Nov 2017 28,607 miles

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

Pass 4 Sep 2015 23,455 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2013 27,332 miles
Fail 17 Apr 2009 25,883 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

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

Pass 17 Apr 2009 25,883 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Fail 1 Apr 2008 22,677 miles

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 1 Apr 2008 22,677 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2007 20,061 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 ZHL is a 2002 Suzuki GS500 in Black with a 487cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

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 ZHL, 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 ZHL registered?

FY02 ZHL is a 2002 Suzuki GS500, first registered on 12 August 2002.

Is FY02 ZHL safe to buy?

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