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Y412 NYA

2001 Suzuki GS500

Blue Petrol 487cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Feb 2018
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

41,590 mi
Last recorded41,590 miles
Recorded on14 Feb 2017
Typical for 2001 Suzuki GS50021,389 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY412 NYA
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS500
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine487cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 14 Feb 2017 41,590 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front Brake component worn but not seriously reduced in strength disc rivets (3.2.A1)

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

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

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

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Rear spring corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4A1b(ii))

Rear suspension component slightly corroded. swing arm (2.4.A.1a)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Fail 7 Feb 2017 41,554 miles

Central Front Motorcycle structure excessively corroded (6.1.1a)

Front Brake locking device missing brake lever pivot (3.2.A1e)

Nearside Front Locking devices not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride footrest pin (6.2.1h)

Offside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Rear Brake fluid reservoir fluid level dangerously low (3.2.B1d)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front Brake component worn but not seriously reduced in strength disc rivets (3.2.A1)

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

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

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

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Rear spring corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4A1b(ii))

Rear suspension component slightly corroded. swing arm (2.4.A.1a)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 18 Feb 2016 40,211 miles
Fail 18 Feb 2016 40,211 miles

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

Pass 27 Feb 2015 38,429 miles

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

Pass 21 Mar 2014 35,944 miles

Rear Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Fail 20 Mar 2014 35,934 miles

Rear Brake back plate(s) insecure (3.2.A1j)

Pass 8 Mar 2013 34,406 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2012 33,146 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2011 31,874 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2010 30,667 miles
Fail 23 Feb 2010 30,661 miles

Inner Front Lower Wheel damaged significantly reducing the original strength (4.2.1a)

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

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

Outer Rear Lower Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Inner Front Lower Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 26 Jan 2009 28,902 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2008 26,635 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2007 23,252 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2006 20,666 miles
Fail 23 Feb 2006 20,666 miles

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

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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Y412 NYA is a 2001 Suzuki GS500 in Blue with a 487cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

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 Y412 NYA, 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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Y412 NYA is a 2001 Suzuki GS500, first registered on 13 March 2001.

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