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Y429 BLS

2001 Suzuki GS500

Blue Petrol 487cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Oct 2026
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

43,154 mi
Last recorded43,154 miles
Recorded on21 Oct 2025
Typical for 2001 Suzuki GS50021,389 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY429 BLS
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS500
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine487cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Oct 2025 43,154 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 22 Oct 2024 35,888 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 29 Sep 2023 28,641 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2021 28,480 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2019 26,509 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2018 25,188 miles

Chain guard missing ()

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 12 Jun 2018 25,167 miles

Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn bottom shock mount badly worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Chain guard missing ()

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 12 Apr 2010 23,237 miles

Lower Rear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive (2.4.B.4)

Pass 27 Feb 2008 22,493 miles

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

Pass 21 Feb 2007 19,954 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2006 17,046 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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Y429 BLS is a 2001 Suzuki GS500 in Blue 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 Y429 BLS, 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 Y429 BLS registered?

Y429 BLS is a 2001 Suzuki GS500, first registered on 9 March 2001.

Is Y429 BLS safe to buy?

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