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WA03 YRK

2003 Suzuki GS500

Black Petrol 487cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jul 2025
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

26,077 mi
Last recorded26,077 miles
Recorded on4 Jul 2024
Typical for 2003 Suzuki GS50017,697 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWA03 YRK
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS500
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine487cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 4 Jul 2024 26,077 miles

Offside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Rear Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 8 Jul 2023 25,854 miles
Fail 1 Jul 2023 25,854 miles

Rear Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

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

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

Pass 12 Aug 2020 21,770 miles
Fail 12 Aug 2020 21,770 miles

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

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

Pass 14 Jun 2019 19,810 miles

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

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Suspension corroded but not seriously weakened swing arm (5.3.3 (b) (i))

exhaust slightly corroded

Fail 11 Jun 2019 19,779 miles

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

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

Rear Tyre tread not clearly visible (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Suspension corroded but not seriously weakened swing arm (5.3.3 (b) (i))

exhaust slightly corroded

Pass 27 Sep 2016 19,302 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Fail 27 Sep 2016 19,302 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Rear Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 3 Jun 2015 13,041 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 6 Jun 2014 13,022 miles
Pass 1 May 2013 12,907 miles

Rear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive (2.4.B.4)

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

Fail 1 May 2013 12,904 miles

Throttle has a significant change in engine speed whilst moving the steering from lock to lock (2.1.4)

Rear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive (2.4.B.4)

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

Pass 17 Dec 2011 12,708 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2011 11,361 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2010 10,102 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2009 8,508 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2008 7,782 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2007 6,955 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2006 5,282 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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WA03 YRK is a 2003 Suzuki GS500 in Black with a 487cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 YRK, 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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What year was WA03 YRK registered?

WA03 YRK is a 2003 Suzuki GS500, first registered on 17 July 2003.

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