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W957 REH

2000 Suzuki GS500

Blue Petrol 487cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Apr 2025
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

52,605 mi
Last recorded52,605 miles
Recorded on5 Apr 2024
Typical for 2000 Suzuki GS50023,788 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW957 REH
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS500
Year2000
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine487cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 Apr 2024 52,605 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2023 44,186 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Front tyre tread slightly perished

Pass 4 Apr 2022 38,583 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 23 Mar 2021 33,254 miles

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Fail 23 Mar 2021 33,254 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Fail 27 Feb 2021 33,187 miles

Drive chain worn to excess (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Engine mounting spacers missing

Footrest pivots worn

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 3 May 2019 29,371 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2018 28,226 miles
Pass 8 May 2017 27,120 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 5 May 2016 24,604 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 15 May 2015 21,556 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2014 18,902 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Pass 17 Apr 2013 15,881 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 16 Apr 2012 13,249 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 12 Apr 2011 10,205 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2010 9,734 miles
Pass 2 May 2009 9,587 miles
Pass 9 May 2008 9,405 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2007 8,963 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2007 8,860 miles

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

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

Fail 1 Aug 2007 8,860 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

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

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

Pass 31 May 2006 8,301 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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W957 REH is a 2000 Suzuki GS500 in Blue with a 487cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 W957 REH, 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 W957 REH registered?

W957 REH is a 2000 Suzuki GS500, first registered on 19 May 2000.

Is W957 REH safe to buy?

The MOT history for W957 REH shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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