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WP57 VOU

2008 Suzuki GS500

Blue Petrol 487cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Nov 2021
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

30,438 mi
Last recorded30,438 miles
Recorded on16 Nov 2020
Typical for 2008 Suzuki GS50014,156 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWP57 VOU
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS500
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine487cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Nov 2020 30,438 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2019 29,208 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2018 27,740 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2017 25,982 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2016 24,199 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2015 22,321 miles

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

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

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

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

Pass 5 Mar 2014 20,479 miles

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

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 31 Jan 2013 19,638 miles
Fail 24 Jan 2013 19,638 miles

Front Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

Pass 23 Jan 2012 14,718 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Jan 2011 9,066 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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WP57 VOU is a 2008 Suzuki GS500 in Blue with a 487cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 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 WP57 VOU, 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 WP57 VOU registered?

WP57 VOU is a 2008 Suzuki GS500, first registered on 18 January 2008.

Is WP57 VOU safe to buy?

The MOT history for WP57 VOU shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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