CarVerify

Free Car Check

PY02 MPX

2002 Suzuki GS500

Blue Petrol 487cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Apr 2026
Tests24 (17 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate70.8%

Mileage

37,832 mi
Last recorded37,832 miles
Recorded on12 May 2026
Typical for 2002 Suzuki GS50020,844 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

4 checks still locked for this Suzuki
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationPY02 MPX
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS500
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine487cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

17 pass 7 fail
Fail 12 May 2026 37,832 miles

Front Brake lever is bent and the brake cannot be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Front Engine mounting/bracket missing (6.1.8 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Suspension rod modified so the suspension is inoperative (5.3.3 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake fluid below minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 16 Apr 2025 29,142 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

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

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 14 Jun 2023 26,157 miles

Rear Lower Suspension arm pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Jul 2022 25,686 miles

Offside Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 4 May 2021 24,683 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

front suspension soft

Pass 18 May 2020 24,137 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

damp patch at bottom rear of fuel tank, doesnt smell of petrol, needs further investigation

front suspension soft

Pass 8 Oct 2018 23,790 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 2 Sep 2017 22,970 miles

Offside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 19 Aug 2016 22,382 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Fail 19 Aug 2016 22,382 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Fail 2 Jul 2016 22,307 miles

Centre Rear Lower Rear suspension bush has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Front Brake lever is so short and the brake cannot be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Front Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

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

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

Rear Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

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

Pass 24 Mar 2015 17,563 miles
Fail 24 Mar 2015 17,563 miles

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

Fail 12 Aug 2013 17,444 miles

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

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

Pass 12 Aug 2013 17,444 miles

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

Pass 21 May 2012 15,827 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

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

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 12 Apr 2011 13,664 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2010 10,203 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Fail 2 Mar 2010 10,181 miles

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

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 20 Mar 2009 6,636 miles
Fail 20 Mar 2009 6,636 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 15 Mar 2008 5,463 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2007 4,750 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2006 4,026 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
Full Suzuki GS500 reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

PY02 MPX is a 2002 Suzuki GS500 in Blue with a 487cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.8%.

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 PY02 MPX, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of PY02 MPX?

You can check the full history of PY02 MPX by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was PY02 MPX registered?

PY02 MPX is a 2002 Suzuki GS500, first registered on 14 June 2002.

Is PY02 MPX safe to buy?

The MOT history for PY02 MPX shows 24 tests with a 70.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does PY02 MPX have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on PY02 MPX. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.