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HV52 WDG

2002 Suzuki GS500

Black Petrol 487cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Apr 2024
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

56,294 mi
Last recorded56,294 miles
Recorded on4 Apr 2023
Typical for 2002 Suzuki GS50020,844 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHV52 WDG
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS500
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine487cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Apr 2023 56,294 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Suspension arm pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement Suspension linkage (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 6 Oct 2020 55,864 miles
Fail 6 Oct 2020 55,864 miles

Nearside Handlebar grip insecure to handlebar (2.2.1 (d) (ii))

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 5 Sep 2018 55,789 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 19 Nov 2016 54,015 miles

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

Headlamp damaged but function not impaired (1.2.3a)

front brake is slightly binding

front tyre is slightly perished

Pass 18 Sep 2007 47,973 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2006 39,682 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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HV52 WDG is a 2002 Suzuki GS500 in Black with a 487cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 HV52 WDG, 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 HV52 WDG registered?

HV52 WDG is a 2002 Suzuki GS500, first registered on 4 September 2002.

Is HV52 WDG safe to buy?

The MOT history for HV52 WDG shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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