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LJ53 GMZ

2003 Suzuki GS500

Blue Petrol 487cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Mar 2021
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

32,730 mi
Last recorded32,730 miles
Recorded on12 Mar 2020
Typical for 2003 Suzuki GS50017,697 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ53 GMZ
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS500
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine487cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 12 Mar 2020 32,730 miles

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

Fail 12 Mar 2020 32,730 miles

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

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

Pass 15 Mar 2019 29,550 miles

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

steering movement slightly rough

Fail 15 Mar 2019 29,550 miles

Drive chain so loose it is likely to fail (6.1.7 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Rear Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j)) DANGEROUS

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

steering movement slightly rough

Pass 29 Mar 2018 26,809 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Fail 16 Mar 2018 26,805 miles

Handlebar deformed (2.1.1b)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Pass 4 Oct 2016 26,228 miles

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

Pass 26 Jun 2015 24,701 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2014 24,320 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 1 May 2013 23,216 miles

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

front tyre unevenly worn

Fail 30 Apr 2013 23,216 miles

Front Rear suspension bush has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i)) DANGEROUS

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

front tyre unevenly worn

Pass 22 Aug 2012 21,514 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2011 18,498 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Aug 2010 15,788 miles

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

Pass 7 Sep 2009 14,950 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2007 11,177 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) is slightly distorted (3.2.A1m)

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

Pass 15 Nov 2006 8,474 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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LJ53 GMZ 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 LJ53 GMZ, 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 LJ53 GMZ registered?

LJ53 GMZ is a 2003 Suzuki GS500, first registered on 5 September 2003.

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