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WN08 DWC

2008 Suzuki GS500

Blue Petrol 487cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Mar 2022
Tests12 (7 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate58.3%

Mileage

18,888 mi
Last recorded18,888 miles
Recorded on31 Mar 2021
Typical for 2008 Suzuki GS50014,156 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWN08 DWC
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS500
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine487cc

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MOT History

7 pass 5 fail
Pass 31 Mar 2021 18,888 miles
Fail 25 Mar 2021 18,889 miles

Throttle operating incorrectly engine speed picking up in left lock (6.2.7 (a) (i))

rear brake bar bolt next to tyre not touching

Pass 10 Apr 2017 18,851 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2015 18,552 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2015 18,552 miles

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

Fail 25 Apr 2015 18,550 miles

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

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

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

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

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

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

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

Pass 14 Feb 2014 15,697 miles
Fail 1 May 2013 15,678 miles

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

Pass 1 May 2013 15,678 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2012 11,990 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 23 Apr 2012 11,990 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2011 8,626 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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WN08 DWC is a 2008 Suzuki GS500 in Blue with a 487cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 58.3%.

Across all 2008 Suzuki GS500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.3% with a typical mileage of 14,156 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 WN08 DWC, 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 18 years old, this Suzuki GS500 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was WN08 DWC registered?

WN08 DWC is a 2008 Suzuki GS500, first registered on 19 March 2008.

Is WN08 DWC safe to buy?

The MOT history for WN08 DWC shows 12 tests with a 58.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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