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Y703 RBK

2001 Suzuki GS500

Yellow Petrol 487cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Jun 2027
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

26,324 mi
Last recorded26,324 miles
Recorded on12 Jun 2026
Typical for 2001 Suzuki GS50021,389 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY703 RBK
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS500
Year2001
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine487cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Jun 2026 26,324 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2024 26,308 miles

Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Front Upper Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 28 Nov 2023 25,263 miles

Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Fail 21 Nov 2023 25,253 miles

Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (5.2.3 (i))

Rear Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

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

Front Nail in tyre

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

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

Pass 22 Nov 2022 23,512 miles

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

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 4 Nov 2021 22,397 miles

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

Pass 12 Nov 2020 20,073 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2018 20,067 miles

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

Fail 28 Jul 2018 20,062 miles

Front Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 5 Sep 2016 19,869 miles

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

Front Shock absorber dust covers perished

Pass 22 Sep 2015 19,774 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2014 19,707 miles

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

Oil leak

Pass 25 Nov 2011 19,627 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2010 19,236 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2009 17,011 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2008 12,960 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2007 7,341 miles
Fail 8 Oct 2007 7,335 miles

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

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

Pass 28 Jun 2006 4,530 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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Y703 RBK is a 2001 Suzuki GS500 in Yellow with a 487cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 Y703 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 Y703 RBK registered?

Y703 RBK is a 2001 Suzuki GS500, first registered on 8 May 2001.

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