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Y912 RWR

2001 Suzuki GS500

Blue Petrol 487cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Apr 2027
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

19,854 mi
Last recorded19,854 miles
Recorded on28 Apr 2026
Typical for 2001 Suzuki GS50021,389 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY912 RWR
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS500
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine487cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 28 Apr 2026 19,854 miles

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

Pass 2 Apr 2025 19,828 miles

Offside Front Stop lamp switch does not operate in accordance with the requirements (4.3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 2 Apr 2025 19,828 miles

Offside Front Stop lamp switch does not operate in accordance with the requirements (4.3.2 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 29 Sep 2023 19,821 miles

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

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

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

Pass 30 Sep 2022 19,785 miles

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

Pass 8 Apr 2021 19,474 miles

Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Fail 8 Apr 2021 19,474 miles

Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Front Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 27 Mar 2019 18,708 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 23 Mar 2018 18,433 miles
Fail 23 Mar 2018 18,433 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 29 Mar 2017 17,719 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 30 Mar 2016 17,616 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 1 Apr 2015 17,447 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 8 Sep 2013 16,652 miles

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

Pass 27 Jul 2012 15,513 miles
Fail 20 Jul 2012 15,470 miles

Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

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

Pass 15 Jul 2011 14,537 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2010 13,595 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2009 12,655 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2008 12,258 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2007 11,000 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2006 8,592 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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Y912 RWR is a 2001 Suzuki GS500 in Blue with a 487cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 Y912 RWR, 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 Y912 RWR registered?

Y912 RWR is a 2001 Suzuki GS500, first registered on 1 August 2001.

Is Y912 RWR safe to buy?

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