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VX03 BZR

2003 Suzuki GS500

Blue Petrol 487cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 May 2019
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

40,759 mi
Last recorded40,759 miles
Recorded on4 May 2018
Typical for 2003 Suzuki GS50017,697 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVX03 BZR
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS500
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine487cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 4 May 2018 40,759 miles
Pass 23 May 2016 38,747 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit getting low (3.2.A1f(i))

Fail 23 May 2016 38,747 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a severely grabbing brake cannot be applied smoothly - notch operation (3.3.A1b)

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

Throttle operating incorrectly Has no return, and grip slips on throttle sleeve (6.2.1f)

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit getting low (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 29 Apr 2015 37,837 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 8 Aug 2013 34,900 miles
Fail 5 Aug 2013 34,868 miles

Handlebar deformed (2.1.1b)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 1 Aug 2012 29,504 miles
Fail 31 Jul 2012 29,504 miles

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

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Fail 26 Aug 2011 26,662 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 26 Aug 2011 26,662 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2010 23,751 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2009 21,122 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2008 18,787 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2008 17,210 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2007 9,099 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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VX03 BZR is a 2003 Suzuki GS500 in Blue with a 487cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 VX03 BZR, 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 VX03 BZR registered?

VX03 BZR is a 2003 Suzuki GS500, first registered on 20 March 2003.

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The MOT history for VX03 BZR shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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