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VU03 XWD

2003 Suzuki GS500

Blue Petrol 487cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Mar 2027
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

9,965 mi
Last recorded9,965 miles
Recorded on11 Mar 2026
Typical for 2003 Suzuki GS50017,697 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVU03 XWD
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS500
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine487cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Mar 2026 9,965 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2025 9,932 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2024 9,606 miles
Fail 2 Mar 2024 9,605 miles

Tyre has ply or cords damaged Front tyre perished and cracked due to old age (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Tyre has ply or cords damaged Rear tyre perished and cracked due to old age (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 25 Jan 2023 9,317 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2022 8,983 miles

Chain a little tight needs adjusting.

Pass 3 Mar 2021 8,428 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2020 7,774 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2019 7,755 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2018 7,397 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2014 7,293 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2012 6,678 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2011 6,254 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2010 5,658 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2009 5,534 miles
Fail 26 Mar 2009 5,534 miles

Centre Front Direction indicator affected by the operation of another lamp (1.5.1c)

Centre Front Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Centre Front Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Centre Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Offside Rear Exhaust markings indicating not for road use or similar wording (7.1.4)

Pass 11 Apr 2008 5,034 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2007 3,941 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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VU03 XWD is a 2003 Suzuki GS500 in Blue with a 487cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 VU03 XWD, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was VU03 XWD registered?

VU03 XWD is a 2003 Suzuki GS500, first registered on 22 April 2003.

Is VU03 XWD safe to buy?

The MOT history for VU03 XWD shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does VU03 XWD have outstanding finance?

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