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HY03 GBU

2003 Suzuki GS500

Blue Petrol 487cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jun 2023
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

20,597 mi
Last recorded20,597 miles
Recorded on24 May 2022
Typical for 2003 Suzuki GS50017,697 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHY03 GBU
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS500
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine487cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 May 2022 20,597 miles

Clutch lever bent (6.2.7 (b))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

fuel tank damaged but not leaking

Fail 24 May 2022 20,583 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Clutch lever bent (6.2.7 (b))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

fuel tank damaged but not leaking

Pass 3 Jun 2021 20,549 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 4 Sep 2019 20,514 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 12 May 2018 20,474 miles
Fail 5 May 2018 20,460 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Pass 2 May 2017 20,428 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2014 20,393 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2013 20,183 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2012 20,002 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2012 19,982 miles

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

Pass 30 Jun 2011 19,898 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Pass 1 Sep 2007 19,367 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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HY03 GBU is a 2003 Suzuki GS500 in Blue with a 487cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 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 HY03 GBU, 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 HY03 GBU registered?

HY03 GBU is a 2003 Suzuki GS500, first registered on 8 August 2003.

Is HY03 GBU safe to buy?

The MOT history for HY03 GBU shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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