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WP02 XDK

2002 Suzuki GS500

Blue Petrol 487cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jun 2026
Tests28 (19 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate67.9%

Mileage

29,228 mi
Last recorded29,228 miles
Recorded on18 Jun 2025
Typical for 2002 Suzuki GS50020,844 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWP02 XDK
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS500
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine487cc

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MOT History

19 pass 9 fail
Pass 18 Jun 2025 29,228 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2025 29,216 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Steering headbearing excessively stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Nearside Handlebar grip insecure to handlebar (2.2.1 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 12 Apr 2024 28,904 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 18 Mar 2023 28,797 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Handlebar deformed but serviceable (2.2.1 (c) (i))

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

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Fail 11 Mar 2023 28,797 miles

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

Front Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen too high (4.1.2 (a))

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

Rear Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Handlebar deformed but serviceable (2.2.1 (c) (i))

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

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Upper engin oil leak

Pass 19 Nov 2021 27,787 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit front tyre worn close to wear marker & has light age related cracking in tread pattern (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil fork seal leaking very slightly/light misting (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil fork seal leaking very slightly/light misting (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 4 Sep 2020 26,815 miles
Fail 4 Sep 2020 26,815 miles

Brake master cylinder leaking (1.1.10 (b) (ii))

Pass 16 Jul 2019 26,811 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2018 26,798 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2017 26,781 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2016 26,502 miles

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 15 Jul 2015 25,341 miles
Fail 15 Jul 2015 25,341 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Front Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Rear Rear wheel spindle securing nut locking device missing (2.4.A.2b)

Pass 23 Jul 2014 24,639 miles
Pass 14 May 2013 23,723 miles
Fail 14 May 2013 23,723 miles

Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 11 May 2012 21,746 miles

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

Pass 12 May 2011 20,020 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2009 18,465 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2008 15,738 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2008 15,738 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Fail 28 Sep 2007 10,610 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 28 Sep 2007 10,610 miles
Fail 26 Sep 2006 6,550 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 26 Sep 2006 6,550 miles
Fail 3 Oct 2005 6,359 miles

Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

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

Pass 3 Oct 2005 6,359 miles

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

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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WP02 XDK is a 2002 Suzuki GS500 in Blue with a 487cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 28 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 67.9%.

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 WP02 XDK, 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.

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What year was WP02 XDK registered?

WP02 XDK is a 2002 Suzuki GS500, first registered on 2 August 2002.

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