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2001 Suzuki GS500

Yellow Petrol 487cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Apr 2026
Tests14 (14 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

4,402 mi
Last recorded4,402 miles
Recorded on4 Apr 2025
Typical for 2001 Suzuki GS50021,389 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY143 PDF
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS500
Year2001
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine487cc

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MOT History

14 pass
Pass 4 Apr 2025 4,402 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 26 May 2022 4,398 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2018 4,393 miles
Pass 17 May 2017 4,387 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2015 4,379 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2014 4,326 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2013 4,159 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2012 4,098 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2011 3,753 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2010 3,571 miles

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

Pass 9 Jul 2009 3,215 miles

veh acc dam repaired

Pass 1 May 2008 2,277 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Apr 2007 1,854 miles
Pass 3 May 2006 1,846 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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Y143 PDF is a 2001 Suzuki GS500 in Yellow with a 487cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 Y143 PDF, 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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Y143 PDF is a 2001 Suzuki GS500, first registered on 8 August 2001.

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