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AY03 CEK

2003 Suzuki GS500

Black Petrol 587cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Feb 2022
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

15,063 mi
Last recorded15,063 miles
Recorded on13 Feb 2021
Typical for 2003 Suzuki GS50017,697 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAY03 CEK
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS500
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine587cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 13 Feb 2021 15,063 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Fail 8 Feb 2021 15,008 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Pass 12 Jul 2019 11,401 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

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

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Fail 11 Jul 2019 11,380 miles

Front Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j)) DANGEROUS

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

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

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 13 Jun 2018 10,347 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 8 Jun 2017 8,482 miles
Fail 8 Jun 2017 8,482 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 1 Jun 2016 5,906 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2016 5,906 miles

Rear Stop lamp does not emit a steady light (1.3.1b)

Pass 22 Dec 2015 5,826 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2015 5,815 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2014 5,717 miles
Fail 5 Mar 2014 5,696 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Pass 6 Mar 2013 5,566 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2012 5,279 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2011 5,117 miles

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

Pass 11 Mar 2010 4,937 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2009 4,374 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2008 3,712 miles

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

Pass 28 Feb 2007 3,228 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2006 2,838 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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AY03 CEK is a 2003 Suzuki GS500 in Black with a 587cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 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 AY03 CEK, 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 AY03 CEK registered?

AY03 CEK is a 2003 Suzuki GS500, first registered on 5 March 2003.

Is AY03 CEK safe to buy?

The MOT history for AY03 CEK shows 21 tests with a 76.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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