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W168 RUJ

2000 Suzuki GS500E

Orange Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Sep 2011
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

29,572 mi
Last recorded29,572 miles
Recorded on28 Aug 2010
Typical for 2000 Suzuki GS500E24,224 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW168 RUJ
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS500E
Year2000
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Aug 2010 29,572 miles

clutch lever damaged

front brake lever damaged

Pass 2 Sep 2009 28,023 miles

Clutch lever bent (6.2.1g)

Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Pass 30 Jul 2008 26,253 miles

Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Clutch lever bent (6.2.1g)

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

Fail 29 Jul 2008 26,239 miles

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

Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Clutch lever bent (6.2.1g)

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

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

Pass 28 Jul 2007 22,251 miles
Fail 27 Jul 2006 16,525 miles

Headlamp aim beam image kick-up is to the offside (1.6.1)

Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is above 850mm from the ground (1.6.3)

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

Pass 27 Jul 2006 16,525 miles

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

Pass 28 Jul 2005 11,020 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2005 11,018 miles

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

Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

How Reliable is the Suzuki GS500E?

Based on 2,277 MOT tests across 304 vehicles.

77.2%
Pass Rate
773
Miles/Year
37
Year Lifespan
304
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 90
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 41
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 41
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 40
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 39
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W168 RUJ is a 2000 Suzuki GS500E in Orange with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2000 Suzuki GS500E models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.3% with a typical mileage of 24,224 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 GS500E fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 90 recorded failures. If you're considering buying W168 RUJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki GS500E typically stays on UK roads for around 37 years. At 26 years old, this Suzuki GS500E is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was W168 RUJ registered?

W168 RUJ is a 2000 Suzuki GS500E, first registered on 1 March 2000.

Is W168 RUJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for W168 RUJ shows 9 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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