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BN52 DLX

2002 Suzuki GS500

Blue Petrol 487cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jul 2021
Tests18 (12 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

34,120 mi
Last recorded34,120 miles
Recorded on7 Jul 2020
Typical for 2002 Suzuki GS50020,844 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN52 DLX
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS500
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine487cc

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MOT History

12 pass 6 fail
Pass 7 Jul 2020 34,120 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 7 Jul 2020 34,120 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 10 Aug 2017 33,118 miles

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 11 Jun 2016 32,225 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2015 31,807 miles

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

Pass 2 Feb 2013 30,964 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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

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

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

choke cable tight/seizing up,

gear lever spigot slightly worn/loose

rear wheel chain alignment plates fitted incorrectly with washer on inside of plate,but is all secure.

Fail 2 Feb 2013 30,964 miles

Front Brake lever cracked (3.1.2c)

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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

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

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

choke cable tight/seizing up,

gear lever spigot slightly worn/loose

rear wheel chain alignment plates fitted incorrectly with washer on inside of plate,but is all secure.

Pass 7 Jan 2012 28,932 miles

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

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

drive chain almost at end of adjustment

gear lever pivots worn

Pass 13 Jan 2011 27,069 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Rear Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

front tyre pressure was low and has been re-inflated

gear lever pivot slightly worn

Fail 11 Jan 2011 27,068 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Front Tyre has a bulge caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii))

Fuel cap does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.2b)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Rear Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

front tyre pressure was low and has been re-inflated

gear lever pivot slightly worn

Pass 7 Dec 2009 25,717 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Fail 4 Dec 2009 25,717 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Front tyre worn uneven

Pass 3 Jan 2009 24,187 miles

only one of the two bulbs working in rear light and stop light

Pass 5 Jan 2008 23,081 miles
Fail 3 Jan 2008 23,080 miles

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Front Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Pass 30 Dec 2006

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

Pass 7 Dec 2005 17,781 miles
Fail 7 Dec 2005 17,781 miles

Front Front mudguard insecure (2.3.7)

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

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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BN52 DLX is a 2002 Suzuki GS500 in Blue with a 487cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2002 Suzuki GS500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.8% with a typical mileage of 20,844 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 BN52 DLX, 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 24 years old, this Suzuki GS500 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was BN52 DLX registered?

BN52 DLX is a 2002 Suzuki GS500, first registered on 1 November 2002.

Is BN52 DLX safe to buy?

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