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OU03 JNV

2003 Suzuki GS500

Blue Petrol 487cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jul 2019
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

29,916 mi
Last recorded29,916 miles
Recorded on5 Jul 2018
Typical for 2003 Suzuki GS50017,697 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOU03 JNV
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS500
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine487cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 Jul 2018 29,916 miles
Fail 5 Jul 2018 29,916 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 10 Feb 2017 28,793 miles

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

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

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

Pass 2 Mar 2016 27,840 miles
Fail 12 Feb 2016 27,840 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 13 Feb 2015 27,200 miles
Fail 14 Feb 2014 26,158 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 14 Feb 2014 26,158 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2013 24,094 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2012 21,857 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2011 19,291 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2010 16,920 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2009 14,337 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2008 12,017 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2007 9,527 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2006 7,117 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))

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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OU03 JNV is a 2003 Suzuki GS500 in Blue with a 487cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 OU03 JNV, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was OU03 JNV registered?

OU03 JNV is a 2003 Suzuki GS500, first registered on 4 March 2003.

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