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WU51 CPX

2000 Suzuki GS500

Red Petrol 487cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Jul 2025
Tests23 (18 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate78.3%

Mileage

68,659 mi
Last recorded68,659 miles
Recorded on1 Aug 2024
Typical for 2000 Suzuki GS50023,788 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWU51 CPX
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS500
Year2000
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine487cc

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MOT History

18 pass 5 fail
Pass 1 Aug 2024 68,659 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2024 68,659 miles

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25% (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 22 Jul 2023 65,938 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2022 62,886 miles

Rear Nail in tyre ()

Rear REPAIR IN TYRE

Fail 8 Jul 2022 62,886 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Rear Nail in tyre ()

Rear REPAIR IN TYRE

Pass 19 Apr 2021 59,943 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2020 58,129 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2019 54,822 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 7 Apr 2018 51,319 miles
Fail 7 Apr 2018 51,319 miles

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

Pass 18 Nov 2016 49,124 miles

HEADLAMP MASKED

Pass 3 Oct 2015 46,250 miles

HEADLAMP MASK FITTED

Pass 6 Sep 2014 45,010 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Pass 18 Jul 2013 42,995 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Pass 18 Jul 2012 41,705 miles

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

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Fail 20 Jul 2011 37,113 miles

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Pass 20 Jul 2011 37,113 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Pass 9 Jul 2010 35,969 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

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

Pass 3 Jul 2009 34,006 miles

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

Pass 28 Jun 2008 33,185 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Fail 28 Jun 2008 33,185 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

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

Pass 19 May 2007 29,015 miles

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

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

Pass 27 May 2006 22,563 miles

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

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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WU51 CPX is a 2000 Suzuki GS500 in Red with a 487cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.3%.

Across all 2000 Suzuki GS500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.7% with a typical mileage of 23,788 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 WU51 CPX, 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 26 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 WU51 CPX registered?

WU51 CPX is a 2000 Suzuki GS500, first registered on 31 December 2000.

Is WU51 CPX safe to buy?

The MOT history for WU51 CPX shows 23 tests with a 78.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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