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HW58 ACO

2008 Suzuki GS500

Grey Petrol 487cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Apr 2027
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

22,731 mi
Last recorded22,731 miles
Recorded on27 Apr 2026
Typical for 2008 Suzuki GS50014,156 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHW58 ACO
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS500
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine487cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Apr 2026 22,731 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2024 22,501 miles

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

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Pass 12 Aug 2023 22,454 miles

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

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

front tyre starting to perish

Pass 13 Aug 2022 22,277 miles

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

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

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 13 Aug 2021 22,241 miles

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

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 13 Aug 2021 22,241 miles

Front Stop lamp switch with a delay in operation (4.3.2 (a) (ii))

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

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 15 Aug 2020 22,214 miles

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

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

Pass 23 Aug 2019 21,102 miles

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

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

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

Pass 30 Aug 2018 20,899 miles

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

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Fail 25 Aug 2018 20,895 miles

Steering headbearing has excessive wear or free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

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

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 18 Aug 2017 20,863 miles

Central Rear Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Rear Motorcycle structure slightly corroded Swingingarm (6.1.1a)

Pass 13 Aug 2016 20,808 miles

Centre Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Rear Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Pass 5 Sep 2015 19,003 miles

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

Pass 27 Aug 2014 17,718 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2013 14,974 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2012 12,116 miles

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Tight spot in rear chain

Fail 18 Aug 2012 12,116 miles

Rear Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

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

Pass 26 Aug 2011 7,651 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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HW58 ACO is a 2008 Suzuki GS500 in Grey with a 487cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 2008 Suzuki GS500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.3% with a typical mileage of 14,156 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 HW58 ACO, 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 18 years old, this Suzuki GS500 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was HW58 ACO registered?

HW58 ACO is a 2008 Suzuki GS500, first registered on 8 September 2008.

Is HW58 ACO safe to buy?

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