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BU02 WDY

2002 Suzuki GS500

Yellow Petrol 487cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Sep 2017
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

35,019 mi
Last recorded35,019 miles
Recorded on10 Sep 2016
Typical for 2002 Suzuki GS50020,844 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU02 WDY
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS500
Year2002
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine487cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 10 Sep 2016 35,019 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2015 34,089 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2014 32,834 miles
Fail 30 Jul 2014 32,797 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

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

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

near side rear indicator taped on, but secure.

Pass 2 Aug 2013 28,940 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Fail 30 Jul 2013 28,940 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Handlebar deformed (2.1.1b)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the steering (2.5.1)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 30 Mar 2012 24,565 miles
Fail 24 Mar 2012 24,493 miles

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Handlebar deformed (2.1.1b)

Rear mono-shock pivot excessively worn (2.4.B.4)

Pass 23 Feb 2011 20,390 miles

Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

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

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Pass 7 Aug 2009 15,808 miles

Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

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

Pass 8 Aug 2008 12,852 miles
Fail 6 Aug 2008 12,852 miles

Handlebar deformed (2.1.1b)

Pass 24 Jul 2007 9,806 miles

Clutch lever shortened. (6.2.1g)

Pass 8 Jun 2006 6,785 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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BU02 WDY is a 2002 Suzuki GS500 in Yellow with a 487cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 BU02 WDY, 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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BU02 WDY is a 2002 Suzuki GS500, first registered on 15 June 2002.

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