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SJ51 EFR

2001 Suzuki GS500

Blue Petrol 487cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jan 2023
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

39,411 mi
Last recorded39,411 miles
Recorded on24 Jan 2022
Typical for 2001 Suzuki GS50021,389 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSJ51 EFR
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS500
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine487cc
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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 24 Jan 2022 39,411 miles

central front engine mount missing but does not form part of frame/stress member

Fail 16 Dec 2021 39,399 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Rear Lower Shock absorber insecurely attached dog bone linkage loose (5.3.2 (a) (i))

Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush lower bush (5.3.2 (c))

Central Front engine mount missing but does not act as a stress member of the frame

Front front wheel bearing not checked due to brake bind

Nearside handlebar grip slightly loose

Pass 15 May 2020 39,170 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2017 21,823 miles

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

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Rear suspension slightly corroded SWINGING ARM AND LOWER SUSPENSION LINKAGE (2.4.A.2d)

Rear wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.4.A.2c)

Fail 8 Nov 2017 21,821 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Rear suspension slightly corroded SWINGING ARM AND LOWER SUSPENSION LINKAGE (2.4.A.2d)

Rear wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 10 Oct 2016 20,402 miles

exhasut loud

left hand grip worn

oil leak from engine

swinging arm corroeded

Pass 17 Sep 2015 18,067 miles

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

Pass 16 Sep 2014 16,186 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2014 16,170 miles

Front Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the steering (2.5.1)

Rear Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 18 May 2012 14,390 miles

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

Fail 18 May 2012 14,390 miles

Brake reaction bracket securing bolt(s) loose (3.2.A1j) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 31 May 2011 2,786 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2010 1,649 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2009 1,124 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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SJ51 EFR is a 2001 Suzuki GS500 in Blue with a 487cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 2001 Suzuki GS500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.4% with a typical mileage of 21,389 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 SJ51 EFR, 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 25 years old, this Suzuki GS500 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was SJ51 EFR registered?

SJ51 EFR is a 2001 Suzuki GS500, first registered on 5 November 2001.

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