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Y447 GKG

2001 Suzuki GS500

Blue Petrol 487cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jun 2021
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

41,076 mi
Last recorded41,076 miles
Recorded on11 Jun 2020
Typical for 2001 Suzuki GS50021,389 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY447 GKG
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS500
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine487cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Jun 2020 41,076 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Suspension arm ball joint worn, but not excessively (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 6 Jun 2020 41,076 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Suspension arm ball joint worn, but not excessively (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Jun 2018 40,665 miles

Engine mounting/bracket damaged but not to excess (6.1.8 (a) (i))

Oil leak

Fail 29 May 2018 40,665 miles

Rear Brake caliper operating mechanism has excessive travel (1.1.16 (e) (i))

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Tyre incorrect because a radial tyre is fitted to the front and a cross-ply or bias belted tyre fitted to the rear (5.2.3 (a))

Engine mounting/bracket damaged but not to excess (6.1.8 (a) (i))

Oil leak

Pass 3 Apr 2017 38,654 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2016 36,152 miles

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

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

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 16 Jul 2013 36,079 miles

Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Pass 13 Jul 2012 35,444 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2011 34,763 miles

Front Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Front Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

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

Pass 17 Jul 2010 32,772 miles
Fail 17 Jul 2010 32,772 miles

Front Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b) DANGEROUS

Front Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b) DANGEROUS

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

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 1 Aug 2009 30,908 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2008 29,387 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2007 27,964 miles

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

Pass 25 Jul 2006 25,494 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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Y447 GKG is a 2001 Suzuki GS500 in Blue with a 487cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 Y447 GKG, 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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Y447 GKG is a 2001 Suzuki GS500, first registered on 1 August 2001.

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