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Y309 NLO

2001 Suzuki GS500

Red Petrol 487cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jul 2018
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

52,112 mi
Last recorded52,112 miles
Recorded on4 Jul 2017
Typical for 2001 Suzuki GS50021,389 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY309 NLO
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS500
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine487cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Jul 2017 52,112 miles

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Pass 2 Jul 2016 50,825 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2015 49,777 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2011 44,870 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

rear brake pedal has a lot of travel but is efficient

Pass 15 Sep 2010 37,437 miles

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Pass 16 Sep 2009 33,491 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Fail 2 Sep 2008 26,599 miles

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

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

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

Rear footrests very stiff

front brake disc worn to min. thickness

Pass 2 Sep 2008 26,599 miles

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

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

Rear footrests very stiff

front brake disc worn to min. thickness

Pass 17 Sep 2007 18,972 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

front brake disc worn to limit

Pass 18 Sep 2006 12,990 miles

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

Pass 2 Jul 2005 12,100 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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Y309 NLO 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 90.9%.

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 Y309 NLO, 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 Y309 NLO registered?

Y309 NLO is a 2001 Suzuki GS500, first registered on 25 June 2001.

Is Y309 NLO safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y309 NLO shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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