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Y704 AAM

2001 Suzuki GS500

Blue Petrol 487cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Feb 2020
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

35,860 mi
Last recorded35,860 miles
Recorded on13 Feb 2019
Typical for 2001 Suzuki GS50021,389 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY704 AAM
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS500
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine487cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 13 Feb 2019 35,860 miles
Fail 19 Nov 2018 35,860 miles

Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Rear Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 28 Apr 2017 35,619 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2016 34,044 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2015 30,754 miles

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 22 Mar 2014 29,371 miles
Fail 22 Mar 2014 29,371 miles

Front Headlamp incorrect colour (1.2.1)

Pass 14 Mar 2013 27,435 miles
Fail 14 Mar 2013 27,435 miles

Brake lever is so short and the brake cannot be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Registration plate delaminated (6.3.1.d)

Fail 25 Nov 2011 26,137 miles

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

Pass 25 Nov 2011 26,137 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2010 199,997 miles
Fail 15 Dec 2010 19,997 miles

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

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

Pass 2 Dec 2009 13,318 miles
Pass 23 May 2008 11,802 miles
Pass 21 May 2007 10,597 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 20 Apr 2006 10,160 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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Y704 AAM is a 2001 Suzuki GS500 in Blue with a 487cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

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 Y704 AAM, 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 Y704 AAM registered?

Y704 AAM is a 2001 Suzuki GS500, first registered on 2 June 2001.

Is Y704 AAM safe to buy?

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