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AE53 OSC

2003 Suzuki GS500

Blue Petrol 487cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Apr 2025
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

37,779 mi
Last recorded37,779 miles
Recorded on27 Mar 2024
Typical for 2003 Suzuki GS50017,697 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAE53 OSC
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS500
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine487cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Mar 2024 37,779 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2023 37,765 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2021 37,726 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2020 37,212 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2019 35,090 miles
Fail 6 Apr 2019 35,090 miles

Central Rear Lower Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25% (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Apr 2018 34,247 miles

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

Pass 18 Apr 2017 32,229 miles

Engine has slight.upper oil leak

Pass 13 Apr 2016 28,182 miles

Centre Front Lower Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Centre Front Lower Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Pass 9 Apr 2015 21,912 miles

Oil leak

VARIOUS CORROSION

Pass 9 Apr 2014 17,772 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Pass 23 Apr 2013 17,467 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 13 Apr 2012 15,857 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2010 15,398 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 5 Dec 2009 8,778 miles
Fail 2 Dec 2008 5,987 miles

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

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

Pass 2 Dec 2008 5,987 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2006 2,772 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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AE53 OSC is a 2003 Suzuki GS500 in Blue with a 487cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 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 AE53 OSC, 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 AE53 OSC registered?

AE53 OSC is a 2003 Suzuki GS500, first registered on 4 December 2003.

Is AE53 OSC safe to buy?

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