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Y277 PVY

2001 Suzuki GS500

Red Petrol 487cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 May 2021
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

8,181 mi
Last recorded8,181 miles
Recorded on21 May 2020
Typical for 2001 Suzuki GS50021,389 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY277 PVY
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS500
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine487cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 21 May 2020 8,181 miles

rear tyre showing signs of ageing close to tread limits

Pass 1 Jun 2019 8,164 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2018 8,128 miles

Central Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(i))

Fail 3 Jan 2018 8,120 miles

Offside Front Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

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

Pass 29 Oct 2016 7,888 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2015 7,523 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2014 7,148 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2013 7,117 miles
Fail 9 Sep 2013 7,117 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 12 Sep 2012 5,160 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2011 5,002 miles
Fail 7 Sep 2011 5,002 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 8 Sep 2010 4,708 miles

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

Pass 10 Sep 2009 4,477 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2008 4,360 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2007 4,172 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2006 3,487 miles
Fail 10 Jul 2006 3,470 miles

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

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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Y277 PVY is a 2001 Suzuki GS500 in Red with a 487cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 Y277 PVY, 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 Y277 PVY registered?

Y277 PVY is a 2001 Suzuki GS500, first registered on 1 July 2001.

Is Y277 PVY safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y277 PVY shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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