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RX53 VUO

2003 Suzuki GS500

Blue Petrol 487cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Oct 2021
Tests18 (12 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

43,923 mi
Last recorded43,923 miles
Recorded on16 Oct 2020
Typical for 2003 Suzuki GS50017,697 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRX53 VUO
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS500
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine487cc

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MOT History

12 pass 6 fail
Pass 16 Oct 2020 43,923 miles
Fail 8 Oct 2020 43,910 miles

Front Brake lever insecure (1.1.2 (e) (i))

Rear Drive chain excessively loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

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

Rear Drive chain so worn it is likely to fail (6.1.7 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 2 Oct 2019 39,134 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened BOTH (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 14 Nov 2018 39,081 miles

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

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Road spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 19 Oct 2017 36,346 miles

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

Fail 17 Oct 2017 36,346 miles

Front Lower Rear suspension bush has excessive free play linkage (2.4.A2a(i)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 26 Jan 2017 33,812 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2013 31,784 miles
Fail 19 Jul 2013 31,784 miles

Rear Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Rear Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

Fail 20 Jul 2012 27,982 miles

Rear Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Rear Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

Pass 20 Jul 2012 27,982 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2011 23,958 miles

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

Fail 21 Jul 2011 23,957 miles

Brake lever cannot be applied smoothly (3.1.3d)

Locking device(s) not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h)

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

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

Pass 16 Jul 2010 20,101 miles

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

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Pass 15 Jul 2009 15,502 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Fail 15 Jul 2009 15,502 miles

Rear Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Rear Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 18 Jul 2008 11,059 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2007 8,167 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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RX53 VUO is a 2003 Suzuki GS500 in Blue with a 487cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 RX53 VUO, 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 RX53 VUO registered?

RX53 VUO is a 2003 Suzuki GS500, first registered on 13 September 2003.

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