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GX02 TVA

2002 Suzuki GS500

Blue Petrol 487cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Nov 2018
Tests18 (11 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate61.1%

Mileage

37,865 mi
Last recorded37,865 miles
Recorded on10 Nov 2017
Typical for 2002 Suzuki GS50020,844 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGX02 TVA
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS500
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine487cc

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MOT History

11 pass 7 fail
Pass 10 Nov 2017 37,865 miles

Clutch lever shortened. (6.2.1g)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Nearside Oil leak engine ()

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Fail 4 Nov 2017 37,863 miles

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

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

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

Brake disc(s) friction surface contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k) DANGEROUS

Front Brake pad(s) contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k) DANGEROUS

Rear Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c) DANGEROUS

Clutch lever shortened. (6.2.1g)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Nearside Oil leak engine ()

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 5 Nov 2016 35,633 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2015 32,414 miles

Clutch lever shortened. (6.2.1g)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Exhaust mounting deteriorated. (7.1.1.c)

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

Fail 24 Oct 2015 32,360 miles

Rear suspension bearing has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Clutch lever shortened. (6.2.1g)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Exhaust mounting deteriorated. (7.1.1.c)

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

Fail 24 Oct 2015 32,360 miles

Rear suspension bearing has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Clutch lever shortened. (6.2.1g)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Exhaust mounting deteriorated. (7.1.1.c)

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

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

Pass 21 Oct 2014 28,393 miles

Clutch lever shortened. (6.2.1g)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Oil leak

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

Fail 18 Oct 2014 28,393 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

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

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

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

Front Floor brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.C2c) DANGEROUS

Clutch lever shortened. (6.2.1g)

Oil leak

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

Pass 19 Oct 2013 25,502 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2012 22,874 miles

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

mirror loose

Fail 13 Oct 2012 22,874 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

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

Front Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)

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

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

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e)

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

mirror loose

Pass 14 Oct 2011 21,436 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Oil leak

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

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 5 Oct 2010 15,869 miles
Fail 1 Oct 2010 15,869 miles

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

Pass 16 Oct 2009 15,133 miles
Fail 16 Oct 2009 15,133 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Headlamp insecure (1.2.3b)

Pass 1 Aug 2008 13,412 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2006 11,135 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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GX02 TVA is a 2002 Suzuki GS500 in Blue with a 487cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.1%.

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 GX02 TVA, 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 GX02 TVA registered?

GX02 TVA is a 2002 Suzuki GS500, first registered on 20 April 2002.

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