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HX03 YVK

2003 Suzuki GS500

Blue Petrol 487cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jan 2021
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

33,716 mi
Last recorded33,716 miles
Recorded on6 Jan 2020
Typical for 2003 Suzuki GS50017,697 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHX03 YVK
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS500
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine487cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 6 Jan 2020 33,716 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2018 33,455 miles

Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Fail 12 Feb 2018 33,455 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 17 Sep 2015 30,327 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Fail 16 Sep 2015 30,327 miles

Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii))

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 23 Aug 2013 29,075 miles

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))

Nail in rear tyre

Oil leak

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

Pass 24 Aug 2012 23,642 miles

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

Pass 26 Jul 2011 21,423 miles

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

Fail 26 Jul 2011 21,423 miles

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

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

Pass 4 Aug 2010 19,220 miles

Brake lever slightly damaged (3.2.A1c)

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

Pass 5 Aug 2009 17,435 miles

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

Fail 4 Aug 2009 17,435 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain fouling another component (6.2.1d)

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

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Pass 9 Aug 2008 13,058 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 8 Aug 2007 12,924 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2006 11,263 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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HX03 YVK is a 2003 Suzuki GS500 in Blue with a 487cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 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 HX03 YVK, 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 YVK registered?

HX03 YVK is a 2003 Suzuki GS500, first registered on 9 July 2003.

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