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Y908 GAE

2001 Suzuki GS500

Red Petrol 487cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Sep 2025
Tests26 (17 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate65.4%

Mileage

53,055 mi
Last recorded53,055 miles
Recorded on19 Sep 2024
Typical for 2001 Suzuki GS50021,389 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY908 GAE
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS500
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine487cc

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MOT History

17 pass 9 fail
Pass 19 Sep 2024 53,055 miles

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

Rear Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced rear swing arm slightly corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 14 Sep 2024 53,052 miles

Front Brake pad(s) contaminated (1.1.13 (b))

Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

Front tyre showing signs of slight cracking in between tread

Rear Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced rear swing arm slightly corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 23 Sep 2023 52,534 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 17 Sep 2022 50,182 miles

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

Rear Lower Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

front tyre slightly cracked.

Pass 25 Sep 2021 49,200 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

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

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

Rear Lower Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

oil leak

Pass 29 Apr 2019 48,320 miles

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

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

Fail 29 Apr 2019 48,320 miles

Drive chain horseshoe locking device incorrectly fitted (6.1.7 (j) (i))

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

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

Pass 22 May 2018 47,423 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

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

Fail 11 May 2018 47,416 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) excessively worn (3.2.A1l)

Rear Brake disc(s) has excessive run out (3.2.A1m)

Rear Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

Rear Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii))

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

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

Pass 10 May 2017 45,983 miles

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Pass 20 Apr 2016 43,980 miles

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

Pass 11 May 2015 39,510 miles

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

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

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

Fail 28 Apr 2015 39,481 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front Brake pad(s) contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

Offside Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

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

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

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

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

Pass 15 May 2014 38,054 miles
Fail 15 May 2014 38,054 miles

Front Clutch lever positioned so it cannot be readily operated. (6.2.1g)

Fail 24 Apr 2013 36,897 miles

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

Pass 24 Apr 2013 36,897 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2012 35,031 miles
Fail 22 Mar 2012 35,031 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Fail 6 Jan 2011 31,730 miles

Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 6 Jan 2011 31,730 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2009 28,806 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2008 23,773 miles
Pass 14 May 2007 20,841 miles
Pass 4 May 2006 17,914 miles
Fail 4 May 2006 17,914 miles

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

Rear Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

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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Y908 GAE is a 2001 Suzuki GS500 in Red with a 487cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 65.4%.

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 Y908 GAE, 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 Y908 GAE registered?

Y908 GAE is a 2001 Suzuki GS500, first registered on 17 April 2001.

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