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X509 NPU

2000 Suzuki GS500

Black Petrol 487cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Apr 2018
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

30,850 mi
Last recorded30,850 miles
Recorded on5 Apr 2017
Typical for 2000 Suzuki GS50023,788 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX509 NPU
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS500
Year2000
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine487cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 5 Apr 2017 30,850 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Rear Tyre has small cracks in side walls, but cords not visible at present

Rear Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Fail 5 Apr 2017 30,850 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Rear Brake reaction bracket insecure (3.2.A1j)

Rear Tyre has small cracks in side walls, but cords not visible at present

Rear Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 3 Nov 2015 29,395 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Headlamp deteriorated but function not impaired (1.2.3a)

main beam tell tale missing

Fail 23 Oct 2015 29,389 miles

Nearside Headlamp switch insecure (1.2.4)

Rear mono-shock pivot excessively worn (2.4.B.4)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Headlamp deteriorated but function not impaired (1.2.3a)

main beam tell tale missing

Pass 12 Sep 2014 26,739 miles

Offside Rear Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 2 Aug 2011 244,491 miles

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

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

Fail 27 Jul 2011 24,439 miles

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Headlamp dipped beam affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.2c)

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

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

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

Fail 30 Jul 2010 21,706 miles

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Headlamp dipped beam affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.2c)

Headlamp main beam affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.2c)

Offside Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 30 Jul 2010 21,706 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2009 17,503 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2008 15,033 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2007 14,750 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2005 28,726 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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X509 NPU is a 2000 Suzuki GS500 in Black with a 487cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 X509 NPU, 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 X509 NPU registered?

X509 NPU is a 2000 Suzuki GS500, first registered on 11 September 2000.

Is X509 NPU safe to buy?

The MOT history for X509 NPU shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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