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YJ03 KSE

2003 Suzuki GS500

Black Petrol 487cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Apr 2017
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

9 mi
Last recorded9 miles
Recorded on13 Apr 2016
Typical for 2003 Suzuki GS50017,697 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYJ03 KSE
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS500
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine487cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Apr 2016 9 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2015 17,700 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2014 16,938 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2013 16,284 miles

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

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

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

Pass 17 Mar 2012 15,704 miles
Fail 17 Mar 2012 15,704 miles

Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.7.3a)

Pass 5 Mar 2011 14,666 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2010 13,150 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2009 10,839 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2008 7,403 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2006 6,681 miles
Fail 23 Aug 2006 6,681 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

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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YJ03 KSE is a 2003 Suzuki GS500 in Black with a 487cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 2003 Suzuki GS500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.2% with a typical mileage of 17,697 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its 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 YJ03 KSE, 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 23 years old, this Suzuki GS500 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was YJ03 KSE registered?

YJ03 KSE is a 2003 Suzuki GS500, first registered on 21 March 2003.

Is YJ03 KSE safe to buy?

The MOT history for YJ03 KSE shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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