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X721 JRX

2001 Suzuki GS500

Red Petrol 487cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Oct 2016
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

43,700 mi
Last recorded43,700 miles
Recorded on15 Oct 2016
Typical for 2001 Suzuki GS50021,389 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX721 JRX
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS500
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine487cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Fail 15 Oct 2016 43,700 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Headlamp insecure (1.2.3b)

Headlamp switch faulty (1.2.4)

Nearside Direction indicators flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

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

Offside Direction indicators flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

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

Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 9 Oct 2015 42,665 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Fail 9 Oct 2015 42,665 miles

Centre Front Upper Motorcycle structure excessively corroded frame cross spar in front of exhaust headers (6.1.1a)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Rear Tyre has ply or cord exposed (4.1.2a(iii)

Pass 28 Nov 2013 41,968 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2012 39,332 miles
Pass 28 Dec 2011 36,706 miles

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

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

Pass 17 Dec 2010 30,021 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2007 28,296 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2006 25,818 miles
Fail 27 Oct 2006 25,818 miles

Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Rear Rear suspension bush excessively deteriorated (2.4.A2a(i))

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

gear lever loose

Pass 12 Sep 2005 24,058 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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X721 JRX is a 2001 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 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 X721 JRX, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was X721 JRX registered?

X721 JRX is a 2001 Suzuki GS500, first registered on 12 January 2001.

Is X721 JRX safe to buy?

The MOT history for X721 JRX 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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