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HN52 BZY

2002 Suzuki GS500K2

Black Petrol 487cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Feb 2010
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

48,784 mi
Last recorded48,784 miles
Recorded on11 Feb 2009
Typical for 2002 Suzuki GS500K222,963 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHN52 BZY
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS500K2
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine487cc
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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Feb 2009 48,784 miles

Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

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

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

Pass 14 Feb 2008 45,782 miles

Clutch lever shortened. (6.2.1g)

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

Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

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

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

nearside rider footrest rubber worn to excess

slight wear in rear brake pedal pivot

Fail 7 Feb 2008 45,782 miles

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

Clutch lever shortened. (6.2.1g)

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

Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

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

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

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

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

nearside rider footrest rubber worn to excess

no free play of cable at clutch lever

slight wear in rear brake pedal pivot

Pass 19 Jan 2007 38,937 miles

Clutch lever shortened. (6.2.1g)

Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Front Wheel damaged but not significantly reducing the original strength (4.2.1a)

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

n/s rider footrest rubber excessivly worn

Fail 18 Jan 2007 38,935 miles

Front Brake lever cannot be applied smoothly (3.1.3d)

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

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

Clutch lever shortened. (6.2.1g)

Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Front Wheel damaged but not significantly reducing the original strength (4.2.1a)

Nearside Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

gear lever loose on shaft

n/s rider footrest excessivly worn

Pass 3 Feb 2006 30,642 miles

Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

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

Fail 3 Feb 2006 30,642 miles

Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Front Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.2)

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

Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

How Reliable is the Suzuki GS500K2?

Based on 650 MOT tests across 116 vehicles.

86.9%
Pass Rate
1,385
Miles/Year
24
Year Lifespan
116
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 15
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 12
Drive chain excessively loose 6
suspension bush has excessive free play 5
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 3
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HN52 BZY is a 2002 Suzuki GS500K2 in Black with a 487cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

Across all 2002 Suzuki GS500K2 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.5% with a typical mileage of 22,963 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 GS500K2 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 15 recorded failures. If you're considering buying HN52 BZY, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki GS500K2 typically stays on UK roads for around 24 years. At 24 years old, this Suzuki GS500K2 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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HN52 BZY is a 2002 Suzuki GS500K2, first registered on 1 December 2002.

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