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SP03 CUU

2003 Suzuki GS500

Blue Petrol 487cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 May 2016
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

12,720 mi
Last recorded12,720 miles
Recorded on28 May 2015
Typical for 2003 Suzuki GS50017,697 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSP03 CUU
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS500
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine487cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 May 2015 12,720 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2013 12,516 miles

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

Fail 10 Jun 2013 12,516 miles

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

Rear Roller brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.A1a)

Pass 26 Apr 2012 11,150 miles
Pass 7 May 2011 11,080 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2010 10,875 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2009 10,596 miles
Fail 17 Apr 2009 10,596 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Apr 2008 8,690 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2007 6,499 miles
Fail 26 Apr 2007 6,499 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

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

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

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Pass 29 Apr 2006 4,057 miles

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

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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SP03 CUU 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 75%.

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 SP03 CUU, 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 SP03 CUU registered?

SP03 CUU is a 2003 Suzuki GS500, first registered on 17 April 2003.

Is SP03 CUU safe to buy?

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