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W989 CJN

2000 Suzuki GS500

Blue Petrol 487cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Feb 2025
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

23,541 mi
Last recorded23,541 miles
Recorded on10 Feb 2024
Typical for 2000 Suzuki GS50023,788 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW989 CJN
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS500
Year2000
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine487cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Feb 2024 23,541 miles

Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 5 Feb 2023 19,584 miles

Nearside Drive chain worn but not considered excessive Also has surface corrosion (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Fail 11 Jan 2023 19,560 miles

Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left (4.1.2 (a))

Steering headbearing has excessive wear or free play Play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.4 (a))

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

Fail 27 Sep 2022 19,247 miles

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

Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left damaged (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

fuel cap seal slightly perished

Pass 9 Aug 2021 15,209 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2020 12,533 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Mar 2019 11,821 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Offside Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Pass 13 Feb 2018 10,861 miles

Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

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

Pass 10 Jan 2017 8,760 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2013 6,420 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2012 4,731 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2011 2,015 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2009 151 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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W989 CJN is a 2000 Suzuki GS500 in Blue with a 487cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 W989 CJN, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was W989 CJN registered?

W989 CJN is a 2000 Suzuki GS500, first registered on 22 May 2000.

Is W989 CJN safe to buy?

The MOT history for W989 CJN shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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