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W97 RPR

2000 Suzuki GS500

Green Petrol 487cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Dec 2017
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

48,221 mi
Last recorded48,221 miles
Recorded on3 Dec 2016
Typical for 2000 Suzuki GS50023,788 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW97 RPR
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS500
Year2000
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine487cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Dec 2016 48,221 miles

Offside Front Lower Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Pass 20 Nov 2015 42,974 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 27 Oct 2014 37,020 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 16 Nov 2013 29,865 miles

Rear Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 24 Oct 2012 27,570 miles
Fail 23 Oct 2012 27,570 miles

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

Offside Steering control has Insufficient clearance at full lock affecting the riders grasp of handlebars (2.1.2b) DANGEROUS

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the steering (2.5.1) DANGEROUS

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 22 Nov 2011 26,778 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front Brake master cylinder fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Lower Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

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

Pass 30 Oct 2010 23,855 miles

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

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

Pass 16 Oct 2009 21,263 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2008 13,698 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2007 13,120 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2006 13,114 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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W97 RPR is a 2000 Suzuki GS500 in Green with a 487cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 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 W97 RPR, 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 W97 RPR registered?

W97 RPR is a 2000 Suzuki GS500, first registered on 1 January 2000.

Is W97 RPR safe to buy?

The MOT history for W97 RPR shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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