MOT Status
ValidMileage
35,932 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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50+ data pointsMOT History
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
Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
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))
advise fork gaiters fitted
Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))
advise fork gaiters fitted
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
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
Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))
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)
How Reliable is the Suzuki GS500?
Based on 55,003 MOT tests across 6,013 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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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.
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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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