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RY03 KNV

2003 Suzuki GS500

Blue Petrol 487cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Nov 2013
Tests12 (7 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate58.3%

Mileage

18,406 mi
Last recorded18,406 miles
Recorded on23 Nov 2012
Typical for 2003 Suzuki GS50017,697 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRY03 KNV
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS500
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine487cc

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MOT History

7 pass 5 fail
Pass 23 Nov 2012 18,406 miles

Clutch cable incorect routing

Fail 28 Sep 2012 18,404 miles

Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.2a(i))

Headlamp aim headlamp deteriorated but function not impaired (1.2.3a)

Tight links in drive chain

Pass 29 Jul 2011 18,199 miles
Fail 29 Jul 2011 18,199 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Headlamp switch insecure (1.2.4)

Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

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

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Clutch lever bent (6.2.1g)

Pass 22 Apr 2010 17,695 miles
Fail 19 Apr 2010 17,695 miles

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

Pass 1 May 2009 17,362 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2008 14,956 miles
Fail 18 Mar 2008 14,956 miles

Front position lamp incorrect colour (1.1.2a)

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

Pass 7 Apr 2007 14,067 miles
Fail 7 Apr 2007 14,067 miles

Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instruction/s (4.1.2e)

1 headlamp inop on dip beam

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front Brake pipe slightly chaffed (3.2.B2a)

front brake hose routing poor

headlamp dip performance poor

Pass 10 Apr 2006 13,368 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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RY03 KNV is a 2003 Suzuki GS500 in Blue with a 487cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 58.3%.

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 RY03 KNV, 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 RY03 KNV registered?

RY03 KNV is a 2003 Suzuki GS500, first registered on 17 June 2003.

Is RY03 KNV safe to buy?

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