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WK03 EHG

2003 Suzuki GS500

Blue Petrol 487cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Sep 2019
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

25,055 mi
Last recorded25,055 miles
Recorded on19 Sep 2018
Typical for 2003 Suzuki GS50017,697 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWK03 EHG
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS500
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine487cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Sep 2018 25,055 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2015 24,367 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2014 22,997 miles

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

Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

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

Rear Rear spring corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4A1b(ii))

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

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

front tyre side walls slight cracking

handle bars slightly bent

headlight glass cracked does not effect beam pattern

Fail 8 Oct 2014 22,997 miles

Indicator tell tale not functioning (1.5.2)

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

Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

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

Rear Rear spring corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4A1b(ii))

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

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

front tyre side walls slight cracking

handle bars slightly bent

headlight glass cracked does not effect beam pattern

Pass 25 Oct 2013 21,693 miles

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

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Fail 25 Oct 2013 21,693 miles

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

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Locking device(s) not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h)

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 6 Nov 2012 20,036 miles

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

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

Fail 6 Jul 2012 19,681 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 6 Jul 2012 19,681 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2011 17,186 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2010 14,355 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2010 14,258 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2009 13,373 miles

Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

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

Pass 19 Apr 2008 11,850 miles

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

Offside Front Lower Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 5 May 2006 9,578 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
Full Suzuki GS500 reliability report

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WK03 EHG is a 2003 Suzuki GS500 in Blue with a 487cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 WK03 EHG, 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 WK03 EHG registered?

WK03 EHG is a 2003 Suzuki GS500, first registered on 3 May 2003.

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