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Y141 CCY

2001 Suzuki GS500

Red Petrol 487cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 May 2025
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

13,141 mi
Last recorded13,141 miles
Recorded on24 May 2024
Typical for 2001 Suzuki GS50021,389 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY141 CCY
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS500
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine487cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 May 2024 13,141 miles

Front Suspension corroded but not seriously weakened Pitting to chrome both legs (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 1 Aug 2023 13,090 miles

Front Suspension corroded but not seriously weakened Fork stanions in rusty condition (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 1 Aug 2023 13,090 miles

Front Stop lamp not working New front brake light switch fitted (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Front Suspension corroded but not seriously weakened Fork stanions in rusty condition (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 3 Sep 2021 13,082 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2020 12,724 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2018 12,525 miles

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 23 Oct 2017 12,253 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2016 12,185 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2015 11,829 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

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

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 15 May 2014 10,864 miles

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 21 May 2013 8,752 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2012 7,562 miles

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

Pass 16 Apr 2011 6,289 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2010 5,890 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2009 5,721 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2006 14,589 miles
Fail 18 Mar 2006 14,589 miles

Front Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)

Front Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

Front Steering movement excessively stiff with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

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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Y141 CCY is a 2001 Suzuki GS500 in Red with a 487cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 Y141 CCY, 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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What year was Y141 CCY registered?

Y141 CCY is a 2001 Suzuki GS500, first registered on 1 March 2001.

Is Y141 CCY safe to buy?

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