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Y185 LRB

2001 Suzuki GS500

Blue Petrol 487cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jan 2023
Tests13 (13 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

37,659 mi
Last recorded37,659 miles
Recorded on5 Jan 2022
Typical for 2001 Suzuki GS50021,389 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY185 LRB
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS500
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine487cc

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MOT History

13 pass
Pass 5 Jan 2022 37,659 miles

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 5 Jan 2021 36,400 miles

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 7 Jan 2020 35,351 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2019 34,233 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2018 32,266 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2017 30,373 miles

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

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

Pass 5 Nov 2015 28,318 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2014 27,582 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2013 24,445 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2012 23,473 miles

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

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 6 Dec 2008 20,122 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2007 15,078 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2006 14,111 miles

Offside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

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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Y185 LRB 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 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 Y185 LRB, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was Y185 LRB registered?

Y185 LRB is a 2001 Suzuki GS500, first registered on 13 August 2001.

Is Y185 LRB safe to buy?

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