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OY02 SYG

2002 Suzuki GS500

Blue Petrol 487cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jun 2014
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

50,650 mi
Last recorded50,650 miles
Recorded on27 Jun 2013
Typical for 2002 Suzuki GS50020,844 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOY02 SYG
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS500
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine487cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Jun 2013 50,650 miles

4mm. 110/70/17 Maxis. New.

New. 130/70/17. Maxis.

Pass 31 Mar 2012 49,197 miles
Fail 31 Mar 2012 49,197 miles

Centre Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Nearside Rear Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 2 Apr 2011 27,892 miles

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

Rear Roller brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable. (3.3.A2b)

Rear Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

left hand footrest hanger bent slightly

Fail 2 Apr 2011 27,892 miles

Offside Upper Handlebar deformed (2.1.1b)

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

Rear Brake lining(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Brake pedal has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Rear Exhaust mounting does not fully support the exhaust system (7.1.1.c)

Rear Upper Brake pipe union leaking fluid (3.2.B4)

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

Rear Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

left hand footrest hanger bent slightly

Pass 31 Mar 2009 26,379 miles
Fail 2 Jan 2008 23,567 miles

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 2 Jan 2008 23,567 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2007 18,254 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2005 16,815 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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OY02 SYG is a 2002 Suzuki GS500 in Blue with a 487cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 OY02 SYG, 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 OY02 SYG registered?

OY02 SYG is a 2002 Suzuki GS500, first registered on 12 March 2002.

Is OY02 SYG safe to buy?

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