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WJ52 XTD

2003 Suzuki GS500

Black Petrol 487cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jun 2016
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

25,126 mi
Last recorded25,126 miles
Recorded on27 Jun 2015
Typical for 2003 Suzuki GS50017,697 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWJ52 XTD
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS500
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine487cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 27 Jun 2015 25,126 miles

Front Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Oil on rear tyre N/S

Fail 16 Jun 2015 25,126 miles

Nearside Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Offside Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Front Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Oil on rear tyre N/S

Pass 6 Jun 2014 24,370 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2014 24,370 miles

Front Brake lever is so short and the brake cannot be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Front Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Rear Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Pass 6 Jun 2013 21,894 miles

Rear Brake hose slightly chafed (3.2.B3a)

Fail 5 Jun 2013 21,894 miles

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

Rear Brake hose slightly chafed (3.2.B3a)

Pass 11 Jul 2011 21,293 miles

Rear tyre starting to perish

Fail 11 Jul 2011 21,293 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 15 Jul 2010 20,805 miles
Fail 15 Jul 2010 20,805 miles

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

Pass 13 Jul 2009 20,332 miles

Nail in rear tyre

Pass 17 Jan 2009 19,954 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2008 16,194 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2007 12,574 miles

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

Pass 6 Jan 2006 7,673 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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WJ52 XTD is a 2003 Suzuki GS500 in Black with a 487cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 WJ52 XTD, 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 WJ52 XTD registered?

WJ52 XTD is a 2003 Suzuki GS500, first registered on 10 January 2003.

Is WJ52 XTD safe to buy?

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