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WA03 UBL

2003 Suzuki GS500

Blue Petrol 487cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Feb 2027
Tests16 (10 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

40,273 mi
Last recorded40,273 miles
Recorded on2 Feb 2026
Typical for 2003 Suzuki GS50017,697 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWA03 UBL
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS500
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine487cc

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MOT History

10 pass 6 fail
Pass 2 Feb 2026 40,273 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

no mirrors fitted

no pillion footrests fitted (handhold fitted)

Fail 2 Feb 2026 40,273 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

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

Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamp(s) (4.7.2 (a))

no mirrors fitted

Nearside Handlebar grip insecure to handlebar (2.2.1 (d) (ii))

Stop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls (4.3.2 (a) (iii))

no pillion footrests fitted (handhold fitted)

Pass 14 Aug 2024 37,749 miles
Fail 7 Aug 2024 37,740 miles

Position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp main beam (4.2.3 (b))

Rear Footrest missing (6.2.12 (a))

Rear Lower Suspension component pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Jul 2023 40,617 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2014 43,159 miles
Fail 23 Sep 2014 43,159 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Fail 12 Jul 2013 34,964 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 12 Jul 2013 34,964 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 3 Apr 2012 31,201 miles

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

Pass 9 Apr 2011 27,309 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2010 27,294 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Front Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii))

Offside Rear Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

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

Rear Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

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

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 29 Jul 2009 23,103 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2009 23,103 miles

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Pass 14 Jul 2008 14,444 miles

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

Front Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

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

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

Rear Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

Pass 22 May 2006 7,781 miles

Clutch lever bent (6.2.1g)

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

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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WA03 UBL is a 2003 Suzuki GS500 in Blue with a 487cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

Across all 2003 Suzuki GS500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.2% with a typical mileage of 17,697 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 WA03 UBL, 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 23 years old, this Suzuki GS500 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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WA03 UBL is a 2003 Suzuki GS500, first registered on 23 May 2003.

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