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GK02 LVV

2002 Suzuki GS500

Blue Petrol 487cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Nov 2020
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

30,420 mi
Last recorded30,420 miles
Recorded on1 Jun 2019
Typical for 2002 Suzuki GS50020,844 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGK02 LVV
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS500
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine487cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 1 Jun 2019 30,420 miles

Headlight glass temporarily masked - top flatted beam image in headlight tester.

Shock absorber has a light misting of oil L/H fork seal (5.3.2 (b))

Throttle touching tank - on full R/H lock

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))

Pass 24 May 2018 28,027 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2014 25,916 miles
Fail 14 Oct 2014 25,916 miles

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

Pass 3 Feb 2014 25,356 miles

front frame rail rusty

Fail 3 Feb 2014 25,356 miles

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

front frame rail rusty

Pass 29 Jan 2013 21,728 miles
Fail 29 Jan 2013 21,728 miles

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

Fail 12 May 2012 21,367 miles

Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

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

Pass 12 May 2012 21,367 miles

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

Pass 17 Mar 2011 19,722 miles
Fail 12 Mar 2011 19,708 miles

Rear Lower Rear mono-shock pivot excessively worn (2.4.B.4)

Pass 11 Mar 2010 17,194 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2009 15,382 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2008 13,850 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2007 13,378 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2006 10,472 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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GK02 LVV is a 2002 Suzuki GS500 in Blue 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 GK02 LVV, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was GK02 LVV registered?

GK02 LVV is a 2002 Suzuki GS500, first registered on 18 March 2002.

Is GK02 LVV safe to buy?

The MOT history for GK02 LVV shows 17 tests with a 70.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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