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Y248 YRP

2001 Suzuki GS500

Blue Petrol 487cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Dec 2022
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

7,683 mi
Last recorded7,683 miles
Recorded on3 Dec 2021
Typical for 2001 Suzuki GS50021,389 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY248 YRP
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS500
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine487cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Dec 2021 7,683 miles

Front Indicator tell tale inoperative (4.9.1 (a) (i))

Fail 3 Dec 2021 7,683 miles

Front Indicator tell tale inoperative (4.9.1 (a) (i))

Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (5.2.3 (i))

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Front Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 17 Jun 2020 33,087 miles
Fail 17 Jun 2020 33,087 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 2 Nov 2016 32,213 miles

speedo glass broken

Pass 17 Apr 2015 298,005 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2014 25,447 miles

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

Pass 18 Apr 2013 23,472 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2012 19,486 miles

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

nearside bar end missing

Fail 8 Apr 2011 12,081 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Outer Rear reflector on motorcycle obscured (1.4.1)

Pass 8 Apr 2011 12,081 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 30 Mar 2010 7,776 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2009 7,587 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2008 7,382 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2007 6,857 miles

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

Pass 10 Apr 2006 6,185 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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Y248 YRP is a 2001 Suzuki GS500 in Blue with a 487cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 Y248 YRP, 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 Y248 YRP registered?

Y248 YRP is a 2001 Suzuki GS500, first registered on 2 May 2001.

Is Y248 YRP safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y248 YRP shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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