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BU53 UUZ

2003 Suzuki GS500

Blue Petrol 487cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 May 2026
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

31,496 mi
Last recorded31,496 miles
Recorded on13 May 2025
Typical for 2003 Suzuki GS50017,697 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU53 UUZ
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS500
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine487cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 May 2025 31,496 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2024 28,138 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2021 28,012 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2020 27,840 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Fail 1 Jul 2020 27,840 miles

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

Nearside Rear Drive chain horseshoe locking device likely to become detached (6.1.7 (j) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 27 Jul 2016 26,998 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2015 24,795 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2014 21,805 miles

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

Pass 7 Aug 2013 19,465 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2012 15,567 miles

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

Pass 17 Aug 2011 9,042 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2010 9,018 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2008 8,347 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2007 7,037 miles
Fail 23 Jun 2007 7,037 miles

Direction indicators flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

front spindle spacer wrong side of forkleg

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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BU53 UUZ is a 2003 Suzuki GS500 in Blue with a 487cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 BU53 UUZ, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BU53 UUZ registered?

BU53 UUZ is a 2003 Suzuki GS500, first registered on 23 September 2003.

Is BU53 UUZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for BU53 UUZ shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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