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Y493 JPM

2001 Suzuki GS500

Yellow Petrol 487cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Sep 2026
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

35,932 mi
Last recorded35,932 miles
Recorded on4 Sep 2025
Typical for 2001 Suzuki GS50021,389 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY493 JPM
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS500
Year2001
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine487cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Sep 2025 35,932 miles

Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Nearside Wheel spoke slightly corroded (5.2.2 (d))

advise fork gaiters fitted

advise mudguard insecure

advise nearside tyre flat and slightly perished

Pass 23 Aug 2024 35,078 miles

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

Fail 23 Aug 2024 35,078 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

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

Front Tyre has ply or cord exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 31 May 2023 35,587 miles

advise fork gaiters fitted

Pass 15 Jan 2022 35,581 miles

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

advise fork gaiters fitted

Pass 24 Oct 2020 35,549 miles

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

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

front fork gators fitted

Pass 9 Nov 2019 35,399 miles

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

Sidecar wheel alignment has slight toe-out (2.4 (b))

advise fork gaiters fitted

Pass 25 Oct 2018 35,283 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2017 35,204 miles

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

Fail 4 Oct 2017 35,204 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Nearside Inner Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies sidecar (1.3.1a)

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

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

Sidecar direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 24 Aug 2009 34,122 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2008 29,668 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2007 26,584 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2006 24,936 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2005 22,008 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
Full Suzuki GS500 reliability report

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Y493 JPM is a 2001 Suzuki GS500 in Yellow with a 487cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 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 Y493 JPM, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was Y493 JPM registered?

Y493 JPM is a 2001 Suzuki GS500, first registered on 22 March 2001.

Is Y493 JPM safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y493 JPM shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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