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VX53 KLJ

2003 Suzuki GS500

Blue Petrol 487cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Oct 2010
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

32,480 mi
Last recorded32,480 miles
Recorded on13 Oct 2009
Typical for 2003 Suzuki GS50017,697 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVX53 KLJ
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS500
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine487cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Fail 13 Oct 2009 32,480 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 13 Oct 2009 32,480 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

Pass 20 Oct 2008 29,425 miles

Centre Front Lower Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Nearside Rear Lower Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Pass 19 Oct 2007 26,560 miles
Fail 16 Oct 2007 26,560 miles

Centre Rear Upper Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

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

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

Centre Front Lower Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Pass 3 Oct 2006 22,752 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(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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VX53 KLJ is a 2003 Suzuki GS500 in Blue with a 487cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 VX53 KLJ, 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 VX53 KLJ registered?

VX53 KLJ is a 2003 Suzuki GS500, first registered on 20 October 2003.

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