MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
53,055 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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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))
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))
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))
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.
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
Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))
Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))
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))
Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)
Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)
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)
Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)
Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))
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))
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))
Front Clutch lever positioned so it cannot be readily operated. (6.2.1g)
Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))
Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6)
Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)
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.
Top MOT Failure Points
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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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Y908 GAE is a 2001 Suzuki GS500, first registered on 17 April 2001.
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