MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
38,966 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))
Drive chain excessively loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))
Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))
Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit just on limit (1.1.13 (a))
front suspension slightly reduced damping effect
various places/items starting to corrode
Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
Front Handlebar deformed but serviceable (2.2.1 (c) (i))
Rear Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
Front Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS
Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
Front Handlebar deformed but serviceable (2.2.1 (c) (i))
Rear Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))
Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)
Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)
Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.2a(i))
How Reliable is the Suzuki GS500?
Based on 55,003 MOT tests across 6,013 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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AV08 XBP is a 2008 Suzuki GS500 in Blue with a 487cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.
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 AV08 XBP, 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 AV08 XBP registered?
AV08 XBP is a 2008 Suzuki GS500, first registered on 9 June 2008.
Is AV08 XBP safe to buy?
The MOT history for AV08 XBP shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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