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AY53 HDK

2003 Suzuki GS500

Blue Petrol 487cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Apr 2025
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

19,128 mi
Last recorded19,128 miles
Recorded on26 Apr 2024
Typical for 2003 Suzuki GS50017,697 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAY53 HDK
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS500
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine487cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 26 Apr 2024 19,128 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2024 19,110 miles

Drive chain worn to excess (6.1.7 (c) (i))

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

Pass 18 Jan 2023 17,882 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))

Pass 19 Apr 2021 16,463 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil LIGHT MISTING OF OIL ON FRONT OFFSIDE FORK LEG. MONITOR (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Brake binding but not excessively SLIGHT BINDING ON REAR BRAKE (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort SLIGHT FLUCTUATION ON REAR BRAKE. MONITOR (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 28 Apr 2020 16,296 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2018 16,290 miles
Fail 28 Aug 2018 16,290 miles

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

Pass 10 Jul 2017 15,471 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 28 Jun 2016 14,519 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2015 14,018 miles

Handlebars slightly bent but not weak or affecting rider control.

Fail 26 Jun 2015 14,018 miles

Front Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

Handlebars slightly bent but not weak or affecting rider control.

Rear Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

Pass 26 Oct 2012 10,397 miles

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1a)

Pass 6 May 2011 8,272 miles

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Fail 28 Apr 2011 8,268 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))

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 21 Apr 2010 4,258 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2008 4,216 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2007 3,594 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2006 3,417 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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AY53 HDK 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 77.8%.

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 AY53 HDK, 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 AY53 HDK registered?

AY53 HDK is a 2003 Suzuki GS500, first registered on 20 November 2003.

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