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Y162 FDV

2001 Suzuki GS500

Red Petrol 487cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Mar 2015
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

6,287 mi
Last recorded6,287 miles
Recorded on29 Mar 2014
Typical for 2001 Suzuki GS50021,389 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY162 FDV
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS500
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine487cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Mar 2014 6,287 miles

Front suspension assembly has slight free play between the sliding members (2.3.4)

Pass 23 Mar 2013 83,174 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2012 56,055 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2011 34,709 miles
Fail 26 Mar 2011 34,709 miles

Rear mono-shock pivot excessively worn (2.4.B.4)

Pass 24 Mar 2010 33,357 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2009 32,911 miles

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

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

Pass 29 Apr 2008 31,409 miles
Fail 15 Apr 2008 31,385 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1b)

Pass 27 Apr 2007 28,748 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2006 24,994 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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Y162 FDV is a 2001 Suzuki GS500 in Red with a 487cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 Y162 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 Y162 FDV registered?

Y162 FDV is a 2001 Suzuki GS500, first registered on 1 December 2001.

Is Y162 FDV safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y162 FDV shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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