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HV02 URE

2002 Suzuki GS500

Black Petrol 487cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Dec 2023
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

63,643 mi
Last recorded63,643 miles
Recorded on15 Dec 2022
Typical for 2002 Suzuki GS50020,844 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHV02 URE
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS500
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine487cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 15 Dec 2022 63,643 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2021 59,727 miles

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 25 Sep 2018 59,711 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2017 59,666 miles

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

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

Rear Age cracks rear tyre

Rear wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.4.A.2c)

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 1 Jul 2016 59,603 miles

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play Swing arm (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 15 Sep 2010 59,594 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2010 59,588 miles

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

Fail 11 Feb 2009 48,331 miles

Clutch lever shortened. (6.2.1g)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (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))

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Offside Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

re-glue end of nearside handlebar grip

water drain for fuel filler blocked,water lying around neck of tank.

Pass 11 Feb 2009 48,331 miles

Clutch lever shortened. (6.2.1g)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (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))

Offside Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

re-glue end of nearside handlebar grip

water drain for fuel filler blocked,water lying around neck of tank.

Pass 13 Feb 2008 44,815 miles

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

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

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

filler cap water drain system blocked

rear suspension has been lowered

slight wear on rear brake pedal pivot

Fail 7 Feb 2008 44,813 miles

Front Brake lever cannot be applied smoothly (3.1.3d)

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

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

Rear Roller brake test indicates brake effort fall disproportional to brake lever or pedal effort (3.3.A1c)

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

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

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

filler cap water drain system blocked

re-glue nearside handlebar rubber

rear suspension has been lowered

slight wear on rear brake pedal pivot

Pass 18 Jan 2007 40,858 miles

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

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 suspension has been lowered, to allow riders with shorter legs to reach the ground.

n/s rider footrest rubber excessivly worn

re-glue end of n/s handle bar rubber

Fail 18 Jan 2007 40,858 miles

Nearside Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

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

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

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

Rear suspension has been lowered, to allow riders with shorter legs to reach the ground. This does however quicken machines cornering abilitys.

n/s rider footrest rubber excessivly worn

re-glue end of n/s handlebar rubber

Pass 3 Feb 2006 35,995 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)

number plate mount twisted,but secure.

rear brake noisey in operation.

Fail 3 Feb 2006 35,995 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)

number plate mount twisted,but secure.

rear brake noisey in operation.

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
Full Suzuki GS500 reliability report

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HV02 URE is a 2002 Suzuki GS500 in Black with a 487cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 HV02 URE, 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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HV02 URE is a 2002 Suzuki GS500, first registered on 1 March 2002.

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