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Y647 UUM

2001 Suzuki GS500

Blue Petrol 487cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jul 2024
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

46,321 mi
Last recorded46,321 miles
Recorded on18 Jul 2023
Typical for 2001 Suzuki GS50021,389 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY647 UUM
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS500
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine487cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 18 Jul 2023 46,321 miles

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

Fail 18 Jul 2023 46,321 miles

Drive chain worn to excess (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Front Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Front Stop lamp switch with a delay in operation (4.3.2 (a) (ii))

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Fail 1 Sep 2014 46,288 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Front Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii))

Rear Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii))

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

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 24 Aug 2013 44,609 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Front Tyre Has Cracking All Around Tyre Wall (Both Sides Of Tyre)

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Pass 30 Aug 2012 43,885 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 17 Aug 2011 42,871 miles

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

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Fail 17 Aug 2011 42,871 miles

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

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

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 25 Aug 2010 41,831 miles

Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

Pass 4 Sep 2009 40,590 miles

Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Fail 29 Aug 2009 40,560 miles

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Rear suspension bush has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Pass 2 Sep 2008 38,576 miles

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

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

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

Front Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Rear Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

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

Fail 20 Aug 2008 38,433 miles

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

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

Rear Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Rear Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

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

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

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

Front Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Rear Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

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

Pass 24 Aug 2007 36,408 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2006 32,148 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2005 28,795 miles

Rear Brake component worn but not seriously reduced in strength (3.2.A1)

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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Y647 UUM 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 66.7%.

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 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 Y647 UUM, 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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Y647 UUM is a 2001 Suzuki GS500, first registered on 7 August 2001.

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