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Y696 RBK

2001 Suzuki GS500

Blue Petrol 487cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Aug 2024
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

49,621 mi
Last recorded49,621 miles
Recorded on28 Jul 2023
Typical for 2001 Suzuki GS50021,389 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY696 RBK
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS500
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine487cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Jul 2023 49,621 miles

Rear Suspension pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement shock absorber (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Aug 2022 47,588 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2021 44,777 miles

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 23 Jul 2020 42,255 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2019 39,892 miles

Rear Lower Suspension ball joint worn, but not excessively (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Aug 2018 36,958 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2017 34,389 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2016 31,913 miles
Fail 11 Aug 2016 31,913 miles

Headlamp aim not tested No defined beam pattern present. (1.6)

Pass 20 Aug 2015 30,019 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2014 26,538 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2013 21,029 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2012 19,995 miles

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Pass 19 Oct 2011 19,514 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2010 18,705 miles

slight perishing on rear tyre wall

Pass 23 Sep 2009 17,534 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2008 15,551 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2007 13,885 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2006 12,703 miles

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

Pass 24 Sep 2005 12,353 miles

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

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
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Y696 RBK is a 2001 Suzuki GS500 in Blue with a 487cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

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 Y696 RBK, 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 Y696 RBK registered?

Y696 RBK is a 2001 Suzuki GS500, first registered on 1 April 2001.

Is Y696 RBK safe to buy?

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