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W48 RNN

2000 Suzuki GS500E

Black Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jun 2018
Tests16 (10 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

49,212 mi
Last recorded49,212 miles
Recorded on28 Jun 2017
Typical for 2000 Suzuki GS500E24,224 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW48 RNN
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS500E
Year2000
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

10 pass 6 fail
Pass 28 Jun 2017 49,212 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Pass 12 Jun 2015 45,186 miles

all tyre pressures low[re adjusted ]

frfont brake disc has slight play

front suspension weak[old]

rear arm mounting slightly corroded

rear brake has slight travel

slight frame corrosion [surface]

Pass 16 Jun 2014 41,377 miles

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

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

Rear Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

clutch lever pivot worn

front and rear shock absorbers weak

front brake lever not smooth in its operation

front brake lever pivot worn

rear brake has slight travel

rear chain guard damaged

rear foot peg pivots worn

Fail 16 Jun 2014 41,377 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

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

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

Rear Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

clutch lever pivot worn

front and rear shock absorbers weak

front brake lever not smooth in its operation

front brake lever pivot worn

rear brake has slight travel

rear chain guard damaged

rear foot peg pivots worn

Pass 29 May 2013 38,042 miles

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

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

Oil leak

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

rear arm shackle corroded

Fail 29 May 2013 38,042 miles

Locking device(s) not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h)

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

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

Oil leak

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

rear arm shackle corroded

Pass 13 Jun 2012 35,472 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Rear Brake disc(s) is slightly distorted (3.2.A1m)

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

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 8 Jan 2011 31,359 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2009 30,548 miles
Fail 14 Nov 2009 30,548 miles

Rear Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

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

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

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1a)

Fail 20 Nov 2008 27,810 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the steering (2.5.1)

Pass 20 Nov 2008 27,810 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 24 Sep 2007 25,241 miles
Fail 24 Sep 2007 25,241 miles

Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d)

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

Pass 14 Jan 2006 23,716 miles
Fail 14 Jan 2006 23,716 miles

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

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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W48 RNN is a 2000 Suzuki GS500E in Black with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 W48 RNN, 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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W48 RNN is a 2000 Suzuki GS500E, first registered on 1 March 2000.

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