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HX03 FWC

2003 Suzuki GS500

Blue Petrol 487cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Jul 2017
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

27,196 mi
Last recorded27,196 miles
Recorded on22 Jul 2016
Typical for 2003 Suzuki GS50017,697 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHX03 FWC
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS500
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine487cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Jul 2016 27,196 miles

Front Motorcycle structure slightly damaged engine mount (6.1.1a)

Pass 17 Jul 2015 25,226 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2014 23,758 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2013 22,350 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2012 20,814 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2011 18,804 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2010 17,408 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Gear lever loose on shaft

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

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

Fail 17 Mar 2010 17,408 miles

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

Brake pedal pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Front tyre perrished

Gear lever loose on shaft

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

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

Pass 18 Mar 2008 16,240 miles

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

Pass 19 Mar 2007 14,392 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2006 13,191 miles

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

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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HX03 FWC is a 2003 Suzuki GS500 in Blue with a 487cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

Across all 2003 Suzuki GS500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.2% with a typical mileage of 17,697 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 HX03 FWC, 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 23 years old, this Suzuki GS500 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was HX03 FWC registered?

HX03 FWC is a 2003 Suzuki GS500, first registered on 1 April 2003.

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