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Y532 PVV

2001 Suzuki GS500

Blue Petrol 487cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Oct 2021
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

55,759 mi
Last recorded55,759 miles
Recorded on5 Oct 2020
Typical for 2001 Suzuki GS50021,389 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY532 PVV
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS500
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine487cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 5 Oct 2020 55,759 miles

Handlebar deformed but serviceable (2.2.1 (c) (i))

Pass 2 Apr 2019 50,962 miles

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

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Offside Front Handlebar deformed but serviceable (2.2.1 (c) (i))

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

Pass 4 Apr 2018 48,458 miles

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

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

Rear swing arm corroded slightly

wiring to n/s handlebar exposed

Pass 30 Mar 2017 44,739 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2016 38,990 miles

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

Fail 14 Mar 2016 38,989 miles

Handlebar deformed (2.1.1b)

Front brake binding slightly

Pass 28 Jan 2015 33,243 miles
Fail 22 Jan 2015 33,241 miles

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

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 29 Jan 2014 38,348 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Handlebar Bar End Bent Offside

Fail 27 Jan 2014 27,510 miles

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

Rear Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Handlebar Bar End Bent Offside

Pass 29 Jan 2013 22,283 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2012 15,479 miles

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

Pass 11 Jan 2011 12,417 miles
Fail 11 Jan 2011 12,417 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 21 Jan 2010 10,278 miles

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

Pass 14 Jan 2009 9,898 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2008 9,013 miles

Nail in rear tyre

Pass 22 Mar 2007 6,795 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2006 5,159 miles

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

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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Y532 PVV is a 2001 Suzuki GS500 in Blue with a 487cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 Y532 PVV, 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 Y532 PVV registered?

Y532 PVV is a 2001 Suzuki GS500, first registered on 9 May 2001.

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