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GK52 NTL

2002 Suzuki GS500

Black Petrol 487cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Apr 2018
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

19,213 mi
Last recorded19,213 miles
Recorded on26 Apr 2017
Typical for 2002 Suzuki GS50020,844 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Suzuki
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGK52 NTL
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS500
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine487cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Apr 2017 19,213 miles

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

Fail 26 Apr 2017 19,213 miles

Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

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

Pass 25 Jun 2014 18,453 miles
Fail 25 Jun 2014 18,453 miles

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

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

Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d) DANGEROUS

Pass 20 Jul 2013 13,474 miles
Fail 20 Jul 2013 13,474 miles

Front Brake lever cannot be applied smoothly (3.1.3d)

Front Brake lever is bent and the brake cannot be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

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

Pass 21 Jul 2012 12,461 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2011 11,381 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2010 8,593 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2008 4,375 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2007 3,116 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2006 2,472 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2005 2,035 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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GK52 NTL is a 2002 Suzuki GS500 in Black with a 487cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 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 GK52 NTL, 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 GK52 NTL registered?

GK52 NTL is a 2002 Suzuki GS500, first registered on 25 September 2002.

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