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W438 VMY

2000 Suzuki GS500

Blue Petrol 500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Apr 2018
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

55,321 mi
Last recorded55,321 miles
Recorded on24 Apr 2017
Typical for 2000 Suzuki GS50023,788 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW438 VMY
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS500
Year2000
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine500cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Apr 2017 55,321 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 1.5mm (4.1.3(ii))

Front tyre starting to perish

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

Pass 28 Oct 2013 53,254 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2011 42,396 miles
Fail 8 Apr 2011 42,396 miles

Front Direction indicator obscured (1.5.1a)

Rear Rear suspension bush has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 6 Feb 2010 34,826 miles

Front Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Front Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Nearside Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 7 Feb 2009 27,310 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2008 18,839 miles
Fail 8 Feb 2008 18,839 miles

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

Rear Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

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

Pass 9 Feb 2007 28,476 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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W438 VMY is a 2000 Suzuki GS500 in Blue with a 500cc 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 W438 VMY, 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 W438 VMY registered?

W438 VMY is a 2000 Suzuki GS500, first registered on 31 December 2000.

Is W438 VMY safe to buy?

The MOT history for W438 VMY 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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