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Y432 XAX

2001 Suzuki GS500

Blue Petrol 487cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Sep 2015
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

43,001 mi
Last recorded43,001 miles
Recorded on27 Sep 2014
Typical for 2001 Suzuki GS50021,389 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY432 XAX
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS500
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine487cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Sep 2014 43,001 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front Floor brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.C2d)

Fail 13 Sep 2014 42,993 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Motorcycle structure excessively damaged (6.1.1a) DANGEROUS

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front Floor brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.C2d)

Pass 22 May 2013 41,630 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Rear wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.4.A.2c)

rear tyre slightly perished

Fail 29 May 2012 39,588 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

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

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

Pass 29 May 2012 39,588 miles

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

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

Pass 4 Feb 2011 36,486 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2009 31,230 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2009 31,250 miles

Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

Pass 18 Jun 2008 25,194 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2007 20,050 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2006 12,950 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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Y432 XAX 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 72.7%.

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 Y432 XAX, 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 Y432 XAX registered?

Y432 XAX is a 2001 Suzuki GS500, first registered on 23 June 2001.

Is Y432 XAX safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y432 XAX shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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