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BHZ 7457

2001 Suzuki GS500

Blue Petrol 487cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Apr 2027
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

29,060 mi
Last recorded29,060 miles
Recorded on2 Apr 2026
Typical for 2001 Suzuki GS50021,389 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBHZ 7457
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS500
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine487cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 2 Apr 2026 29,060 miles
Fail 20 Mar 2026 29,059 miles

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

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

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

Pass 11 Nov 2019 24,778 miles
Pass 30 May 2018 24,746 miles

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

Pass 19 Jun 2017 24,455 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Fail 14 Jun 2017 24,454 miles

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

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Fail 30 Jun 2015 24,447 miles

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e)

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

slight cracking on rear tyre side wall

Pass 11 Jun 2014 24,350 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Fail 11 Jun 2014 24,350 miles

Headlamp dipped beam affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.2c)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 9 Jul 2013 23,957 miles

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

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

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1a)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 3 Jul 2012 23,276 miles

glass in rear tyre

Fail 3 Jul 2012 23,276 miles

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

glass in rear tyre

Pass 25 Jan 2010 19,279 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2008 14,191 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2007 9,673 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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BHZ 7457 is a 2001 Suzuki GS500 in Blue with a 487cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2001 Suzuki GS500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.4% with a typical mileage of 21,389 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 BHZ 7457, 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 25 years old, this Suzuki GS500 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was BHZ 7457 registered?

BHZ 7457 is a 2001 Suzuki GS500, first registered on 31 December 2001.

Is BHZ 7457 safe to buy?

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