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HX53 RHV

2003 Suzuki GS500

Blue Petrol 487cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Aug 2022
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

21,662 mi
Last recorded21,662 miles
Recorded on16 Aug 2021
Typical for 2003 Suzuki GS50017,697 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHX53 RHV
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS500
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine487cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 16 Aug 2021 21,662 miles
Fail 10 Aug 2021 21,662 miles

Nearside Steering linkage locking device ineffective fouling wiring loam (2.1.3 (d))

Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

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

Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 30 Jul 2020 18,994 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2016 18,718 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2016 17,481 miles
Fail 14 Jan 2016 17,481 miles

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

Offside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Pass 10 Jan 2015 12,650 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2013 11,514 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

advise engine tick over high

Fail 5 Dec 2013 11,507 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a severely grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

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

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

advise engine tick over high

Pass 17 Nov 2012 9,838 miles

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

Pass 18 Nov 2011 9,650 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2010 8,732 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2009 7,854 miles
Fail 5 Oct 2009 7,854 miles

Steering movement excessively stiff with the wheel raised (2.2.1b) DANGEROUS

front pads getting low.

Pass 9 Dec 2008 7,082 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2007 5,930 miles

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

Pass 6 Nov 2006 4,577 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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HX53 RHV is a 2003 Suzuki GS500 in Blue with a 487cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 HX53 RHV, 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 HX53 RHV registered?

HX53 RHV is a 2003 Suzuki GS500, first registered on 25 November 2003.

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