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X917 UPK

2001 Suzuki GS500

Red Petrol 487cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jul 2017
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

26,060 mi
Last recorded26,060 miles
Recorded on2 Jul 2016
Typical for 2001 Suzuki GS50021,389 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX917 UPK
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS500
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine487cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Jul 2016 26,060 miles

Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 27 Jun 2015 25,655 miles
Fail 10 Jun 2014 24,083 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

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

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 10 Jun 2014 24,083 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Pass 4 Jun 2013 21,542 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Pass 31 Mar 2012 19,845 miles

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

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

Pass 25 Mar 2011 17,039 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2009 15,439 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2008 10,742 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2006 10,631 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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X917 UPK is a 2001 Suzuki GS500 in Red with a 487cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 X917 UPK, 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 X917 UPK registered?

X917 UPK is a 2001 Suzuki GS500, first registered on 17 February 2001.

Is X917 UPK safe to buy?

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