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WK02 YNY

2002 Suzuki GS500

Black Petrol 487cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Dec 2024
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

8,656 mi
Last recorded8,656 miles
Recorded on19 Dec 2023
Typical for 2002 Suzuki GS50020,844 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWK02 YNY
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS500
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine487cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Dec 2023 8,656 miles

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

Pass 4 May 2022 8,320 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2020 8,111 miles

Central Front Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Central Rear Inner Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 13 Aug 2020 8,108 miles

Offside Front Lower Brake disc contaminated (1.1.14 (b))

Offside Front Lower Brake pad(s) contaminated (1.1.13 (b))

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

Central Front Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Central Rear Inner Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 25 Feb 2019 7,528 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2017 7,475 miles

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

Rear suspension component slightly corroded. Lower shock pivot. (2.4.A.1a)

Pass 9 Mar 2016 7,450 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 26 Mar 2015 7,362 miles

Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

Pass 5 Apr 2014 7,237 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2013 7,022 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2012 6,695 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2011 6,350 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 11 Mar 2010 6,092 miles

Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Pass 16 Mar 2009 5,680 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2008 4,906 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2007 4,280 miles

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

Pass 7 Apr 2006 3,848 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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WK02 YNY is a 2002 Suzuki GS500 in Black with a 487cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 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 WK02 YNY, 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 YNY registered?

WK02 YNY is a 2002 Suzuki GS500, first registered on 23 August 2002.

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