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Y147 VMW

2001 Suzuki GS500

Blue Petrol 487cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jun 2018
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

34,095 mi
Last recorded34,095 miles
Recorded on2 Jun 2017
Typical for 2001 Suzuki GS50021,389 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY147 VMW
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS500
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine487cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Jun 2017 34,095 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2016 33,150 miles

Rear pads getting low

Pass 8 Jun 2015 31,932 miles

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

rear tyre small cracks to rim

Pass 11 Jun 2014 30,794 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2014 30,794 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 7 Jun 2013 29,766 miles

rear disc poor condition

Pass 7 Jun 2012 26,969 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2011 24,765 miles
Fail 23 May 2011 24,755 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

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

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Front Brake disc(s) is slightly distorted (3.2.A1m)

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

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

Pass 20 May 2010 22,429 miles

Front Brake disc(s) is slightly distorted (3.2.A1m)

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

Pass 22 May 2009 20,032 miles
Pass 15 May 2008 16,588 miles
Pass 21 May 2007 14,552 miles
Pass 20 May 2006 12,203 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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Y147 VMW is a 2001 Suzuki GS500 in Blue with a 487cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 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 Y147 VMW, 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 Y147 VMW registered?

Y147 VMW is a 2001 Suzuki GS500, first registered on 31 May 2001.

Is Y147 VMW safe to buy?

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