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VO03 LNC

2003 Suzuki GS500

Blue Petrol 487cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Mar 2022
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

28,840 mi
Last recorded28,840 miles
Recorded on20 Mar 2021
Typical for 2003 Suzuki GS50017,697 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVO03 LNC
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS500
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine487cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Mar 2021 28,840 miles
Fail 20 Mar 2021 28,840 miles

Direction indicator not working offside front (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 21 May 2017 28,760 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2015 28,277 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2013 27,413 miles

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

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 1 Jun 2012 25,059 miles

Front Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Front Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1a)

Fail 25 May 2012 25,059 miles

Front Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Front Lower Rear mono-shock pivot excessively worn (2.4.B.4)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

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

Front Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Front Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1a)

Pass 17 May 2011 22,476 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2008 38,124 miles

Clutch lever shortened. (6.2.1g)

Handlebars slightly bent

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Steering movement slightly rough. (2.2.1b)

Pass 8 Aug 2007 29,272 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2006 20,400 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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VO03 LNC is a 2003 Suzuki GS500 in Blue with a 487cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 VO03 LNC, 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 VO03 LNC registered?

VO03 LNC is a 2003 Suzuki GS500, first registered on 4 August 2003.

Is VO03 LNC safe to buy?

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