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Y847 UKL

2001 Suzuki GS500

Blue Petrol 487cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Aug 2017
Tests18 (12 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

41,349 mi
Last recorded41,349 miles
Recorded on9 Aug 2016
Typical for 2001 Suzuki GS50021,389 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY847 UKL
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS500
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine487cc

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MOT History

12 pass 6 fail
Pass 9 Aug 2016 41,349 miles

Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Clutch lever shortened. (6.2.1g)

Pass 10 Sep 2015 41,294 miles
Fail 10 Sep 2015 41,294 miles

Centre Front Upper Motorcycle structure excessively corroded front frame rail corroded (6.1.1a)

Pass 25 Sep 2014 41,040 miles
Fail 23 Sep 2014 41,040 miles

Rear suspension bush has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))

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

Pass 18 Sep 2013 38,832 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Fail 13 Sep 2013 38,832 miles

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

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 6 Sep 2012 36,599 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2011 35,277 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 14 Sep 2010 33,805 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2009 32,247 miles

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

Fail 4 Sep 2009 32,247 miles

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

Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.2a(i))

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

Pass 11 Sep 2008 30,744 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2007 28,263 miles
Fail 19 Jun 2006 25,044 miles

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

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

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

Pass 19 Jun 2006 25,044 miles

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

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

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

Pass 18 Jun 2005 14,121 miles
Fail 17 Jun 2005 14,177 miles

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

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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Y847 UKL is a 2001 Suzuki GS500 in Blue with a 487cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 Y847 UKL, 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 Y847 UKL registered?

Y847 UKL is a 2001 Suzuki GS500, first registered on 14 April 2001.

Is Y847 UKL safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y847 UKL shows 18 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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