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X279 RJW

2000 Suzuki GS500

Red Petrol 487cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Apr 2024
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

30,268 mi
Last recorded30,268 miles
Recorded on19 Apr 2023
Typical for 2000 Suzuki GS50023,788 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX279 RJW
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS500
Year2000
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine487cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Apr 2023 30,268 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2022 28,484 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2017 25,893 miles
Pass 28 May 2015 25,845 miles

Centre Front Lower Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Nearside Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Nearside Rear Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Fail 27 May 2015 25,845 miles

Centre Rear Lower Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii))

Centre Front Lower Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 6 May 2014 25,794 miles
Fail 30 Apr 2014 25,789 miles

Front Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

Nearside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Rear Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

Pass 28 Dec 2012 25,760 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

h/lamp glass cracked

slight bind on front brakes

Pass 17 Aug 2010 25,659 miles
Fail 5 Aug 2010 25,656 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Nearside Rear Footrest missing (6.2.1a)

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

Rear suspension component seized (2.4A2a(ii))

Pass 7 Oct 2006 18,495 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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X279 RJW is a 2000 Suzuki GS500 in Red with a 487cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 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 X279 RJW, 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 X279 RJW registered?

X279 RJW is a 2000 Suzuki GS500, first registered on 27 December 2000.

Is X279 RJW safe to buy?

The MOT history for X279 RJW shows 11 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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