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Y148 FDV

2001 Suzuki GS500

Blue Petrol 487cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Feb 2016
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

37,459 mi
Last recorded37,459 miles
Recorded on2 Mar 2016
Typical for 2001 Suzuki GS50021,389 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY148 FDV
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS500
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine487cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Fail 2 Mar 2016 37,459 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

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

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the steering (2.5.1)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 29 Jan 2015 35,049 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 17 Feb 2014 33,247 miles
Fail 17 Feb 2014 33,247 miles

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 28 Feb 2013 31,075 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 17 Feb 2012 26,387 miles

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Pass 25 Mar 2010 18,052 miles
Fail 25 Mar 2010 18,052 miles

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

Pass 11 Mar 2009 13,714 miles
Fail 5 Mar 2009 13,714 miles

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

Pass 7 Mar 2008 13,484 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2007 13,199 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2006 12,599 miles

Front Brake component worn but not seriously reduced in strength (3.2.A1)

Rear Brake component worn but not seriously reduced in strength (3.2.A1)

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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Y148 FDV is a 2001 Suzuki GS500 in Blue with a 487cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 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 Y148 FDV, 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 Y148 FDV registered?

Y148 FDV is a 2001 Suzuki GS500, first registered on 14 March 2001.

Is Y148 FDV safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y148 FDV shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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