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Y94 GHY

2001 Suzuki GS500

Blue Petrol 487cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Aug 2022
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

81,713 mi
Last recorded81,713 miles
Recorded on3 Aug 2021
Typical for 2001 Suzuki GS50021,389 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY94 GHY
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS500
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine487cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Aug 2021 81,713 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 17 Jul 2020 81,324 miles

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

Pass 11 Apr 2018 78,930 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Pass 11 Apr 2017 76,298 miles

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

Direction indicator deteriorated but function not impaired ALL (1.5.3a)

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

Pass 4 Apr 2016 72,809 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2015 70,968 miles

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

Rear Rear position lamp damaged but function not impaired (1.1.1b)

Fail 10 Mar 2014 36,949 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

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

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

Pass 10 Mar 2014 36,949 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

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

Pass 3 Oct 2012 35,651 miles

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

Fail 3 Oct 2012 35,651 miles

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

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

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

Fail 3 Sep 2012 35,651 miles

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

Front Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

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

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Nearside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 23 Aug 2011 32,816 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 20 Aug 2010 29,297 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2009 23,628 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2008 16,946 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2007 9,292 miles
Pass 20 May 2006 8,714 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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Y94 GHY is a 2001 Suzuki GS500 in Blue with a 487cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

Across all 2001 Suzuki GS500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.4% with a typical mileage of 21,389 miles. This vehicle is performing in line with others of the same year.

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 Y94 GHY, 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 Y94 GHY registered?

Y94 GHY is a 2001 Suzuki GS500, first registered on 1 May 2001.

Is Y94 GHY safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y94 GHY shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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