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X258 YMX

2000 Suzuki GS500

Red Petrol 487cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jul 2022
Tests22 (16 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

32,176 mi
Last recorded32,176 miles
Recorded on5 Jul 2021
Typical for 2000 Suzuki GS50023,788 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX258 YMX
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS500
Year2000
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine487cc

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MOT History

16 pass 6 fail
Pass 5 Jul 2021 32,176 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2020 26,668 miles
Fail 8 Jun 2020 26,668 miles

Position lamp not working rear light (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 15 Jun 2019 21,876 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Fail 15 Jun 2019 21,876 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear Brake disc contaminated (1.1.14 (b))

Pass 6 Jun 2018 19,147 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Front Suspension corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Fail 6 Jun 2018 19,147 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Front Suspension corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Offside Handlebar fouling on the fuel tank or bodywork on full lock (2.1.4 (b))

Pass 30 Aug 2017 18,706 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Pass 31 Aug 2016 18,557 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Steering control has reduced clearance at full lock not affecting the riders grasp of handlebars (2.1.2b)

Pass 21 Aug 2015 17,852 miles
Fail 18 Aug 2015 17,852 miles

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

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

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

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

Fail 18 Aug 2015 17,852 miles

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

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

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

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

Pass 1 Sep 2014 18,051 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2013 18,003 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2012 17,543 miles

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

Pass 27 Aug 2011 16,175 miles
Fail 27 Aug 2011 16,175 miles

Steering lock stop maladjusted (2.1.3)

Pass 1 Sep 2010 13,107 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2009 9,709 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2007 8,213 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2006 6,168 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2005 3,341 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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X258 YMX is a 2000 Suzuki GS500 in Red with a 487cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 X258 YMX, 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.

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What year was X258 YMX registered?

X258 YMX is a 2000 Suzuki GS500, first registered on 27 December 2000.

Is X258 YMX safe to buy?

The MOT history for X258 YMX shows 22 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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