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YJ53 OAE

2003 Suzuki GS500

Blue Petrol 487cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Apr 2022
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

51,063 mi
Last recorded51,063 miles
Recorded on8 Apr 2021
Typical for 2003 Suzuki GS50017,697 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYJ53 OAE
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS500
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine487cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Apr 2021 51,063 miles

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

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

Fail 8 Apr 2021 51,058 miles

Rear Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

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

Pass 4 Oct 2019 49,548 miles

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

Front wheel bearing slightly noisey

high beam warning lamp repaired with tape

Pass 12 Sep 2018 48,630 miles
Fail 1 Sep 2018 48,629 miles

Front Suspension insecurely attached pinch bolt on bottom of fork leg loose (5.3.3 (a) (i))

Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Pass 1 Sep 2017 48,038 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

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

Rear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive (2.4.B.4)

Pass 12 Dec 2011 47,409 miles
Fail 3 Dec 2011 47,165 miles

Front Brake lever is damaged and the brake cannot be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Pass 30 Dec 2010 44,181 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2009 41,840 miles

Drive chain lightly rubbing (6.2.1d)

Pass 8 Oct 2008 39,525 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2007 34,943 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2006 30,214 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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YJ53 OAE is a 2003 Suzuki GS500 in Blue with a 487cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 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 YJ53 OAE, 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.

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What year was YJ53 OAE registered?

YJ53 OAE is a 2003 Suzuki GS500, first registered on 1 October 2003.

Is YJ53 OAE safe to buy?

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