MOT Status
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26,366 miAbove average mileage for this year
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Rear Position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (b))
Front Suspension component has excessive wear or free play fork damping (5.3.3 (d))
Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right (4.1.2 (a))
Rear Exhaust silencer insecure hitting brake caliper (8.1.1 (b) (i))
Rear Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
new odometer fitted
Front Brake caliper inadequately mounted and braking performance affected bolt missing (1.1.16 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS
Nearside Forks in such a condition that steering control is adversely affected fork seal leaking (2.2.2 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS
Clutch lever incorrectly positioned (6.2.7 (b))
Drive chain slightly tight due to rust (6.1.7 (k) (i))
Forks slightly corroded (2.2.2 (d) (i))
Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
How Reliable is the Suzuki GS500?
Based on 55,003 MOT tests across 6,013 vehicles.
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W742 BTW 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 66.7%.
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 W742 BTW, 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 W742 BTW registered?
W742 BTW is a 2000 Suzuki GS500, first registered on 10 March 2000.
Is W742 BTW safe to buy?
The MOT history for W742 BTW 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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