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LR02 DXF

2002 Suzuki GS500

Silver Petrol 487cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Oct 2026
Tests20 (13 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate65%

Mileage

7,575 mi
Last recorded7,575 miles
Recorded on14 Oct 2025
Typical for 2002 Suzuki GS50020,844 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLR02 DXF
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS500
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine487cc

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MOT History

13 pass 7 fail
Pass 14 Oct 2025 7,575 miles

indicators masked of at time of test

Fail 14 Oct 2025 7,575 miles

All direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 13 May 2024 7,169 miles

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

Fail 7 May 2024 7,169 miles

Rear Brake pedal not releasing correctly and functionality of brakes affected (1.1.2 (b) (ii))

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

Pass 3 Sep 2022 6,885 miles

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

Riders seat slightly loose (6.2.5 (a) (ii))

Fail 31 Aug 2022 6,885 miles

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Riders seat slightly loose (6.2.5 (a) (ii))

Pass 15 May 2021 5,099 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2021 5,094 miles

Rear All direction indicators obviously incorrectly positioned (4.4.3 (a))

Rear Brake reaction bracket excessively corroded (1.1.15 (b))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 22 Jan 2020 789 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2018 48,604 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Handlebar deformed but serviceable (2.2.1 (c) (i))

Fail 26 Oct 2018 48,604 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Handlebar deformed but serviceable (2.2.1 (c) (i))

Steering headbearing has excessive wear or free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Brake caliper insecurely mounted and braking performance affected (1.1.16 (c) (ii))

Pass 27 Oct 2017 44,444 miles
Fail 20 Oct 2017 44,401 miles

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

Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen (1.6.B.1)

Pass 21 Jul 2014 37,113 miles

temporary dip beam tape fitted

Fail 21 Jul 2014 37,113 miles

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

temporary dip beam tape fitted

Pass 25 Jul 2013 37,038 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2012 36,941 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2010 36,910 miles

Centre Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Pass 21 Mar 2009 35,333 miles

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

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

has a cut in the front tyre but not shouing plye cord

Pass 22 May 2006 28,669 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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LR02 DXF is a 2002 Suzuki GS500 in Silver with a 487cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 65%.

Across all 2002 Suzuki GS500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.8% with a typical mileage of 20,844 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 LR02 DXF, 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 24 years old, this Suzuki GS500 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was LR02 DXF registered?

LR02 DXF is a 2002 Suzuki GS500, first registered on 24 May 2002.

Is LR02 DXF safe to buy?

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