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W885 XKM

2000 Suzuki GS500

Blue Petrol 487cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 May 2017
Tests12 (7 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate58.3%

Mileage

27,111 mi
Last recorded27,111 miles
Recorded on13 May 2016
Typical for 2000 Suzuki GS50023,788 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW885 XKM
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS500
Year2000
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine487cc

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MOT History

7 pass 5 fail
Pass 13 May 2016 27,111 miles

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

Front Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Rear Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 24 Sep 2014 26,329 miles
Fail 17 Sep 2014 26,329 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Fail 19 Jun 2013 26,158 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 19 Jun 2013 26,158 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2012 24,896 miles
Fail 9 Jul 2012 24,896 miles

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

Pass 4 Oct 2010 24,895 miles
Fail 4 Oct 2010 24,895 miles

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.1a)

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

Pass 24 May 2007 24,653 miles
Fail 29 Jan 2007 24,653 miles

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

Nearside Front Lower Motorcycle structure slightly damaged (6.1.1a)

Nearside Rear Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Nearside Rear Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 28 Jan 2006 22,343 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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W885 XKM is a 2000 Suzuki GS500 in Blue with a 487cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 58.3%.

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 W885 XKM, 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 W885 XKM registered?

W885 XKM is a 2000 Suzuki GS500, first registered on 9 March 2000.

Is W885 XKM safe to buy?

The MOT history for W885 XKM shows 12 tests with a 58.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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