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MW03 KFZ

2003 Suzuki GS500

Black Petrol 487cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Sep 2026
Tests26 (20 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

50,793 mi
Last recorded50,793 miles
Recorded on12 Sep 2025
Typical for 2003 Suzuki GS50017,697 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMW03 KFZ
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS500
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine487cc

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MOT History

20 pass 6 fail
Pass 12 Sep 2025 50,793 miles

Front Tyre wall and tread showing signs of cracking due to age

Offside Front Mirror slightly fractured on mount

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 10 Sep 2025 50,737 miles

Front Shock absorber has negligible damping effect Forks are solid (5.3.2 (b))

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.4 (a))

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the steering (2.4 (a))

Drive chain slightly tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Front Tyre wall and tread showing signs of cracking due to age

Offside Front Mirror slightly fractured on mount

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 20 Sep 2024 50,362 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2023 48,782 miles

Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 17 Aug 2022 48,218 miles
Fail 13 Aug 2022 48,213 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Brake caliper operating mechanism has excessive travel (1.1.16 (e) (i))

Rear Brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 6 Aug 2021 47,356 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2020 46,581 miles
Fail 22 Jul 2020 46,581 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motorcycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (8.1.1 (a))

Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 6 Aug 2019 45,942 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2018 45,053 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2017 43,935 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2016 42,775 miles
Fail 10 Aug 2016 42,775 miles

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

Pass 11 Aug 2015 41,647 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2014 38,632 miles
Fail 8 Aug 2014 38,632 miles

Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.2a(i))

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

Nail in rear tyre

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

Pass 6 Aug 2013 37,035 miles

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Fail 6 Aug 2013 37,035 miles

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Rear Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

Pass 10 Aug 2012 35,398 miles

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Pass 4 Aug 2011 33,668 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2010 31,476 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2009 28,998 miles
Pass 9 May 2008 20,640 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2007 5,588 miles
Pass 11 May 2006 3,396 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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MW03 KFZ is a 2003 Suzuki GS500 in Black with a 487cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 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 MW03 KFZ, 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 MW03 KFZ registered?

MW03 KFZ is a 2003 Suzuki GS500, first registered on 15 May 2003.

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