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W38 RCN

2000 Suzuki GS500

Black Petrol 487cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Oct 2016
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

49,594 mi
Last recorded49,594 miles
Recorded on29 Oct 2015
Typical for 2000 Suzuki GS50023,788 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW38 RCN
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS500
Year2000
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine487cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Oct 2015 49,594 miles

Centre Front Brake disc(s) has slight run out FRONT DISC HAS 5% RUNOUT (3.2.A1m)

Nearside Rear Drive chain slightly tight TIGHT RIVE LINK (6.2.1d)

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

Fail 17 Oct 2015 49,511 miles

Centre Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil BOTH FRONT FORK SEALS ARE BLOWN (2.3.3)

Centre Front Headlamp main beam affected by the operation of another lamp TOO HIGH (1.2.2c)

Centre Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing MISSING (1.4.1)

Centre Rear Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. REAR SHOCKER HAS NO REBOUND (2.4.A.3b)

Centre Rear Registration plate with character(s) which are not of equal width along their entire length WRONG SIZE (6.3.4a)

Centre Rear Rear wheel spindle loose REAR WHEEL IS LOOSE (2.4.A.2b) DANGEROUS

Centre Front Brake disc(s) has slight run out FRONT DISC HAS 5% RUNOUT (3.2.A1m)

Nearside Rear Drive chain slightly tight TIGHT RIVE LINK (6.2.1d)

Pass 25 Apr 2014 40,226 miles
Pass 11 May 2013 38,048 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2009 34,483 miles
Fail 7 Apr 2009 34,483 miles

Front Exhaust mounting does not fully support the exhaust system (7.1.1.c)

Pass 20 Mar 2008 32,112 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2006 31,525 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2005 27,971 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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W38 RCN is a 2000 Suzuki GS500 in Black with a 487cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 2000 Suzuki GS500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.7% with a typical mileage of 23,788 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 W38 RCN, 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 26 years old, this Suzuki GS500 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was W38 RCN registered?

W38 RCN is a 2000 Suzuki GS500, first registered on 1 August 2000.

Is W38 RCN safe to buy?

The MOT history for W38 RCN shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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