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BP02 BXY

2002 Suzuki GS500

Blue Petrol 487cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jul 2018
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

34,294 mi
Last recorded34,294 miles
Recorded on24 Jul 2017
Typical for 2002 Suzuki GS50020,844 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBP02 BXY
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS500
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine487cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 24 Jul 2017 34,294 miles
Fail 20 Jul 2017 34,294 miles

Handlebar deformed (2.1.1b)

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

No hi beam warning light

Pass 21 May 2016 34,281 miles
Pass 16 May 2015 34,232 miles
Fail 9 May 2015 34,196 miles

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

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 21 May 2014 32,823 miles
Pass 1 May 2013 30,009 miles
Pass 2 May 2012 26,964 miles
Fail 4 Aug 2010 26,180 miles

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

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

Pass 4 Aug 2010 26,180 miles

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

Pass 6 Aug 2009 20,757 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2008 12,811 miles

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

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

Rear Lower Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Fail 6 Aug 2007 10,420 miles

Front Upper Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Offside Rear Lower Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 6 Aug 2007 10,420 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2006 8,329 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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BP02 BXY is a 2002 Suzuki GS500 in Blue with a 487cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 BP02 BXY, 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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BP02 BXY is a 2002 Suzuki GS500, first registered on 13 August 2002.

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