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SF53 KLJ

2003 Suzuki GS500

Blue Petrol 487cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jun 2023
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

17,624 mi
Last recorded17,624 miles
Recorded on1 Jun 2022
Typical for 2003 Suzuki GS50017,697 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSF53 KLJ
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS500
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine487cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 Jun 2022 17,624 miles

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

Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 7 Jun 2021 15,794 miles

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

Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

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

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Fail 12 May 2021 15,787 miles

Brake lever has abnormal movement of levers indicating excessive wear or maladjustment broken end of lever sharp edge (1.1.15 (f))

Front Upper Motorcycle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced where the frame joins (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 7 Aug 2019 12,515 miles
Pass 15 May 2017 12,485 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2016 12,285 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Rear Lower Rear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive (2.4.B.4)

Fail 27 Apr 2016 12,285 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Rear Lower Rear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive (2.4.B.4)

Pass 8 May 2015 11,861 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2014 11,817 miles
Pass 31 May 2013 10,919 miles

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Pass 5 Jun 2012 10,104 miles
Pass 27 May 2011 7,161 miles
Pass 26 May 2010 4,852 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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

Fail 26 May 2010 4,852 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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

Pass 9 Jun 2009 4,208 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2007 3,274 miles

Exhaust mounting deteriorated. (7.1.1.c)

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Pass 13 Oct 2006 3,172 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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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SF53 KLJ is a 2003 Suzuki GS500 in Blue with a 487cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 SF53 KLJ, 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 SF53 KLJ registered?

SF53 KLJ is a 2003 Suzuki GS500, first registered on 28 November 2003.

Is SF53 KLJ safe to buy?

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