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WX03 YYJ

2003 Suzuki GS500

Black Petrol 487cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Sep 2026
Tests24 (18 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

42,871 mi
Last recorded42,871 miles
Recorded on29 Sep 2025
Typical for 2003 Suzuki GS50017,697 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWX03 YYJ
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS500
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine487cc

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MOT History

18 pass 6 fail
Pass 29 Sep 2025 42,871 miles

Central Front Indicator tell tale inoperative (4.9.1 (a) (i))

Central Front Upper Engine mounting/bracket bracket damaged but not to excess Engine corroding, but no movement felt (6.1.8 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning 5/7 led's working (4.4.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Direction indicator with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning 5/7 led's working (4.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 29 Sep 2025 42,871 miles

Central Front Headlamp aim projected beam image obviously incorrect Headlamp fitted upside down (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Drive chain excessively tight, so that it is likely to fail (6.1.7 (k) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Central Front Indicator tell tale inoperative (4.9.1 (a) (i))

Central Front Upper Engine mounting/bracket bracket damaged but not to excess Engine corroding, but no movement felt (6.1.8 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning 5/7 led's working (4.4.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Direction indicator with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning 5/7 led's working (4.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 27 Sep 2024 42,371 miles
Fail 27 Sep 2024 42,371 miles

Central Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 12 Jul 2023 40,372 miles
Fail 5 Jul 2023 40,367 miles

All direction indicators adversely affected by the operation of another lamp All 4 indicators coming on with either side selected (4.4.3 (b))

Front Headlamp aim unable to be tested Incorrect bulbs fitted (4.1.2 (b))

Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Drive chain so loose it is likely to fail (6.1.7 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 30 Jun 2022 39,145 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2021 37,424 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Fail 14 Dec 2020 37,424 miles

Rear Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

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

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Pass 2 Jul 2019 35,926 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit borderline +slight corrosion (1.1.13 (a))

Front tyre slight cracking

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

Rear Suspension corroded but not seriously weakened swing arm (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear pads slight corrosion

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

Pass 8 Nov 2017 33,892 miles

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

Rear Brake component is slightly corroded pads (3.1.5)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

handlebar slightly deformed

Fail 31 Oct 2017 33,884 miles

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

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.1a)

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

Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

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

Rear Brake component is slightly corroded pads (3.1.5)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

handlebar slightly deformed

Pass 2 Nov 2016 32,599 miles

forward engine mounting broken although engine is adequately supported by three other mountings.

Pass 28 May 2016 32,283 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2015 30,683 miles

Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Fail 26 May 2015 30,646 miles

Front Brake lever cannot be applied smoothly (3.1.3d)

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

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

Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Pass 24 Apr 2014 27,036 miles

Front Steering movement slightly rough. (2.2.1a)

Rear Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 5 Apr 2013 25,084 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 10 Apr 2012 22,928 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2011 21,969 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2009 21,968 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2008 18,300 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2007 16,029 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2006 13,362 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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WX03 YYJ is a 2003 Suzuki GS500 in Black with a 487cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 WX03 YYJ, 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 WX03 YYJ registered?

WX03 YYJ is a 2003 Suzuki GS500, first registered on 27 March 2003.

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