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YR52 WXG

2002 Suzuki GS500

Yellow Petrol 487cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Nov 2021
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

43,420 mi
Last recorded43,420 miles
Recorded on1 Dec 2020
Typical for 2002 Suzuki GS50020,844 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYR52 WXG
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS500
Year2002
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine487cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 Dec 2020 43,420 miles

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

Pass 18 May 2019 41,353 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Lower Suspension pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 11 May 2018 39,388 miles
Pass 4 May 2017 37,494 miles

Clutch lever shortened. (6.2.1g)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

speedo lights not working.

Pass 3 May 2016 32,336 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2016 32,325 miles

Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.2a(i))

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Pass 28 Apr 2015 23,244 miles

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

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Oil leak

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 5 Apr 2014 16,165 miles

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

Pass 30 Apr 2013 11,420 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2012 10,597 miles
Fail 7 Feb 2011 9,333 miles

Front Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

Rear Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

Pass 7 Feb 2011 9,333 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2010 7,532 miles

front tyre valve and rear tyre valve starting to perish.

Pass 28 Jan 2009 5,557 miles
Fail 28 Jan 2008 5,159 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Pass 28 Jan 2008 5,159 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2007 4,861 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2006 3,480 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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YR52 WXG is a 2002 Suzuki GS500 in Yellow with a 487cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 2002 Suzuki GS500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.8% with a typical mileage of 20,844 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 YR52 WXG, 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 24 years old, this Suzuki GS500 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of YR52 WXG?

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What year was YR52 WXG registered?

YR52 WXG is a 2002 Suzuki GS500, first registered on 10 October 2002.

Is YR52 WXG safe to buy?

The MOT history for YR52 WXG shows 18 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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