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NX53 HWP

2003 Suzuki GS500

Blue Petrol 487cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Apr 2017
Tests14 (8 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

26,910 mi
Last recorded26,910 miles
Recorded on13 Apr 2016
Typical for 2003 Suzuki GS50017,697 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNX53 HWP
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS500
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine487cc

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MOT History

8 pass 6 fail
Pass 13 Apr 2016 26,910 miles

Nearside Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 24 Apr 2015 22,843 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2015 22,840 miles

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

Pass 2 Sep 2011 22,153 miles

Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Nearside Clutch lever shortened. (6.2.1g)

Non obligatory mirror damaged

Fail 23 Aug 2011 21,994 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Nearside Clutch lever shortened. (6.2.1g)

Non obligatory mirror damaged

Pass 27 Aug 2010 15,896 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Offside Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Fail 27 Aug 2010 15,896 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Nearside Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Offside Rear Brake reaction bracket securing bolt(s) loose (3.2.A1j)

Offside Rear Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Offside Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 1 Sep 2009 11,138 miles
Fail 22 Aug 2009 10,968 miles

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

Pass 27 Aug 2008 5,706 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2007 5,094 miles
Fail 29 Sep 2007 5,094 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Fail 29 Sep 2006 4,444 miles

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

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

Pass 29 Sep 2006 4,444 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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NX53 HWP is a 2003 Suzuki GS500 in Blue with a 487cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 NX53 HWP, 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 NX53 HWP registered?

NX53 HWP is a 2003 Suzuki GS500, first registered on 10 December 2003.

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