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WK02 YFE

2002 Suzuki GS500

Black Petrol 487cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Sep 2023
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

53,480 mi
Last recorded53,480 miles
Recorded on21 Sep 2022
Typical for 2002 Suzuki GS50020,844 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWK02 YFE
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS500
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine487cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Sep 2022 53,480 miles

Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Upper frame front crossmember. (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 21 Sep 2022 53,480 miles

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level significantly below minimum level (1.1.10 (d) (ii))

Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Upper frame front crossmember. (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 23 Aug 2021 53,213 miles

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

Front brake master cylinder window cloudy.

Pass 22 May 2020 52,587 miles

Rear tyre sidewall perished.

Pass 13 Apr 2017 52,442 miles

Fuel cap seal perished.

Pass 8 Aug 2013 52,274 miles

front brake binding slightly

Pass 27 Jul 2012 51,791 miles

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

Pass 28 Jul 2011 50,125 miles

Brake component is slightly corroded (3.1.5)

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

Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

Pass 14 Oct 2009 49,761 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2008 49,092 miles

Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Fail 18 Sep 2008 49,092 miles

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

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

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

Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Pass 3 Jul 2007 46,008 miles
Fail 22 Jun 2007 45,609 miles

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

Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Pass 3 Jul 2006 35,702 miles

Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

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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WK02 YFE is a 2002 Suzuki GS500 in Black with a 487cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

Across all 2002 Suzuki GS500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.8% with a typical mileage of 20,844 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 WK02 YFE, 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 24 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 WK02 YFE registered?

WK02 YFE is a 2002 Suzuki GS500, first registered on 15 July 2002.

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