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Y715 KNE

2001 Suzuki GS500E

Blue Petrol 487cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Sep 2014
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

64,615 mi
Last recorded64,615 miles
Recorded on9 Sep 2013
Typical for 2001 Suzuki GS500E30,186 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY715 KNE
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS500E
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine487cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Sep 2013 64,615 miles
Fail 9 Sep 2013 64,615 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 19 Sep 2012 58,614 miles
Fail 10 Sep 2011 52,681 miles

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

Pass 10 Sep 2011 52,681 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2010 48,603 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2009 42,838 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2008 37,375 miles
Fail 18 Aug 2008 37,375 miles

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

Rear Floor brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.C2c)

Pass 22 Jun 2007 30,429 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Rear Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 13 Jun 2006 25,063 miles

How Reliable is the Suzuki GS500E?

Based on 2,277 MOT tests across 304 vehicles.

77.2%
Pass Rate
773
Miles/Year
37
Year Lifespan
304
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 90
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 41
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 41
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 40
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 39
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Y715 KNE is a 2001 Suzuki GS500E in Blue with a 487cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 2001 Suzuki GS500E models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.3% with a typical mileage of 30,186 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 GS500E fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 90 recorded failures. If you're considering buying Y715 KNE, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki GS500E typically stays on UK roads for around 37 years. At 25 years old, this Suzuki GS500E is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was Y715 KNE registered?

Y715 KNE is a 2001 Suzuki GS500E, first registered on 1 March 2001.

Is Y715 KNE safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y715 KNE shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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