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AF52 YSD

2002 Suzuki GS500

Blue Petrol 487cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jan 2021
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

48,607 mi
Last recorded48,607 miles
Recorded on11 Jun 2019
Typical for 2002 Suzuki GS50020,844 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF52 YSD
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS500
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine487cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Jun 2019 48,607 miles

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

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

Pass 4 Jul 2018 48,546 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2017 48,376 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2016 47,734 miles
Fail 31 Mar 2016 47,327 miles

Centre Front Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

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

Front Upper Handlebar mounting slightly deteriorated (2.1.1d)

Pass 3 Mar 2015 46,299 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2014 44,965 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2013 44,044 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2012 41,505 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2011 36,191 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 8 Feb 2010 30,778 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2009 28,643 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2008 24,868 miles
Fail 4 Feb 2008 24,868 miles

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

Pass 16 Jan 2007 16,415 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2006 9,707 miles

headlamp masks/converters fitted

Fail 18 Jan 2006 9,707 miles

Centre Headlamp aim beam image kick-up is to the offside (1.6.1)

headlamp masks/converters fitted

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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AF52 YSD is a 2002 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 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 AF52 YSD, 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.

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What year was AF52 YSD registered?

AF52 YSD is a 2002 Suzuki GS500, first registered on 13 December 2002.

Is AF52 YSD safe to buy?

The MOT history for AF52 YSD 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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