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AJ57 WHA

2008 Suzuki GS500

Black Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 May 2027
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

23,325 mi
Last recorded23,325 miles
Recorded on13 May 2026
Typical for 2008 Suzuki GS50014,156 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAJ57 WHA
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS500
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 May 2026 23,325 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 13 May 2025 22,936 miles

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

Fail 6 May 2025 22,936 miles

All direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

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

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

Pass 23 Apr 2024 22,806 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2023 20,008 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2022 19,984 miles

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 29 Apr 2021 19,949 miles

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Fail 29 Apr 2021 19,949 miles

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Valve stem seriously damaged Both (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 5 Jul 2019 19,667 miles

Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 19 Jul 2018 19,213 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2017 18,895 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2016 17,859 miles
Fail 14 Jun 2016 17,846 miles

Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

Rear shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.4.A.1c)

Pass 4 Jul 2015 15,014 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2014 12,204 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2013 5,988 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2012 2,065 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2010 227 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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AJ57 WHA is a 2008 Suzuki GS500 in Black with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 2008 Suzuki GS500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.3% with a typical mileage of 14,156 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 AJ57 WHA, 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 18 years old, this Suzuki GS500 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was AJ57 WHA registered?

AJ57 WHA is a 2008 Suzuki GS500, first registered on 12 January 2008.

Is AJ57 WHA safe to buy?

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