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Y699 UKN

2001 Suzuki GS500

Yellow Petrol 487cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Mar 2014
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

49,684 mi
Last recorded49,684 miles
Recorded on25 Mar 2013
Typical for 2001 Suzuki GS50021,389 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY699 UKN
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS500
Year2001
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine487cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 Mar 2013 49,684 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Front Brake disc(s) is slightly distorted (3.2.A1m)

Rear Rear spring corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4A1b(ii))

Pass 14 Feb 2012 48,432 miles

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

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

Fail 14 Feb 2012 48,432 miles

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.5.1b)

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

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

Pass 2 Mar 2011 46,058 miles
Fail 1 Mar 2011 46,058 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 23 Nov 2009 43,661 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2008 39,351 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2007 35,129 miles
Fail 28 Nov 2007 35,129 miles

Centre Front Upper Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Pass 4 Dec 2006 26,004 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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Y699 UKN is a 2001 Suzuki GS500 in Yellow with a 487cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 Y699 UKN, 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 Y699 UKN registered?

Y699 UKN is a 2001 Suzuki GS500, first registered on 18 May 2001.

Is Y699 UKN safe to buy?

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