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Y476 JAW

2001 Suzuki GS500

Blue Petrol 487cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jun 2022
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

11,707 mi
Last recorded11,707 miles
Recorded on23 Jun 2021
Typical for 2001 Suzuki GS50021,389 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY476 JAW
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS500
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine487cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 23 Jun 2021 11,707 miles

Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Pass 11 May 2018 11,178 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2016 10,786 miles

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

Fail 26 Oct 2016 10,770 miles

Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

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

Pass 23 Oct 2015 9,920 miles

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

Pass 22 Oct 2014 9,273 miles

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

Pass 25 Oct 2013 8,592 miles
Fail 22 Oct 2013 8,592 miles

Front Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)

Steering movement excessively stiff with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Pass 26 Oct 2012 8,020 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2011 7,381 miles

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

Front brake binding slightly....

Fail 11 Oct 2011 7,381 miles

Front brake binding slightly....

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

Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Pass 18 Oct 2010 6,881 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2009 6,571 miles

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

Pass 22 Oct 2008 6,276 miles
Fail 22 Oct 2008 6,276 miles

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 4 May 2007 5,753 miles
Pass 8 May 2006 4,932 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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Y476 JAW 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 76.5%.

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 Y476 JAW, 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 Y476 JAW registered?

Y476 JAW is a 2001 Suzuki GS500, first registered on 1 May 2001.

Is Y476 JAW safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y476 JAW shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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