MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
32,911 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))
Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)
Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)
Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))
Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)
Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)
Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)
Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)
Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)
Nearside Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)
Lower Rear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive (2.4.B.4)
Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c) DANGEROUS
Lower Rear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive (2.4.B.4)
Front Upper Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
How Reliable is the Suzuki GS500?
Based on 55,003 MOT tests across 6,013 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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X488 UOW is a 2001 Suzuki GS500 in Black with a 487cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.
Across all 2001 Suzuki GS500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.4% with a typical mileage of 21,389 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 X488 UOW, 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 25 years old, this Suzuki GS500 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.
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How do I check the history of X488 UOW?
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What year was X488 UOW registered?
X488 UOW is a 2001 Suzuki GS500, first registered on 22 January 2001.
Is X488 UOW safe to buy?
The MOT history for X488 UOW shows 12 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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