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Y648 HWB

2001 Suzuki GS500

Blue Petrol 487cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Jun 2023
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

25,141 mi
Last recorded25,141 miles
Recorded on22 Jun 2022
Typical for 2001 Suzuki GS50021,389 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY648 HWB
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS500
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine487cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 22 Jun 2022 25,141 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2022 25,141 miles

Front Steering headbearing excessively stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit Cross ply fitted with a radial (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 25 Aug 2021 21,743 miles

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

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 29 Jul 2020 20,637 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2019 20,359 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2018 20,136 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2017 19,222 miles
Fail 18 May 2017 19,191 miles

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

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Headlamp insecure (1.2.3b)

Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

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

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

Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.2a(i))

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

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

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

Front Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Pass 27 May 2016 15,388 miles

f/t4mm r/t5mm

Pass 28 Aug 2010 18,362 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2009 17,851 miles
Fail 4 Sep 2009 17,851 miles

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

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

Pass 7 Aug 2008 16,852 miles
Fail 30 Jul 2008 16,852 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Rear Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

Pass 12 Jul 2007 14,150 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2006 11,222 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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Y648 HWB is a 2001 Suzuki GS500 in Blue with a 487cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 Y648 HWB, 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 Y648 HWB registered?

Y648 HWB is a 2001 Suzuki GS500, first registered on 6 July 2001.

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