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Drive chain corroded and rubber o'rings breaking up,Needs oiling chain starting to seize up
Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil fork seal (5.3.2 (b))
Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
Rear chain sprocket corroded
Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak fork seal leaking (5.3.2 (b))
Throttle control functioning such that safe operation of the motorcycle is adversely affected engine revving when turning steering to the right (6.2.7 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS
Drive chain corroded and rubber o'rings breaking up,Needs oiling chain starting to seize up
Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil fork seal (5.3.2 (b))
Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
Rear chain sprocket corroded
Drive chain and sprocket slightly corroded ,needs oiling
Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
throttle operation stiff
Front Lower Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))
Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
Fuel system component leaking bottom of carb (6.1.3 (b) (i))
Throttle control functioning such that safe operation of the motorcycle is adversely affected when on right full lock engine revs rise (6.2.7 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS
Rear Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))
Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
Rear Road spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
Drive chain slightly tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))
Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil both forks (5.3.2 (b))
Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
Rear Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced swing arm (6.1.1 (c) (i))
Drive chain excessively tight chain rusty not moving on links (6.1.7 (k) (i))
Front Position lamp light intensity significantly reduced bulb dull (4.2.3 (a) (ii))
Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil both forks (5.3.2 (b))
Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
Rear Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced swing arm (6.1.1 (c) (i))
Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced frame (6.1.1 (c) (i))
Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)
Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)
Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)
Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)
Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)
Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)
Drive chain worn but not considered excessive and rusty (6.2.1e)
Centre Front Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)
Nearside Riders Footrest rubber slightly deteriated
Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)
Centre Front Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)
Nearside Riders Footrest rubber slightly deteriated
Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)
Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)
offside fork tube damp
rear tyre wearing close to limit
slight weep from fork seals noted
Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)
Front Roller brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable. (3.3.A2b)
Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)
Nearside Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)
Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)
Rear Roller brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable. (3.3.A2b)
Front Brake component is slightly corroded (3.1.5)
Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)
Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)
Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)
Front Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)
Front Wheel damaged but not significantly reducing the original strength (4.2.1a)
Front Brake lever cannot be applied smoothly (3.1.3d)
Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))
Front Roller brake test indicates a severely grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)
Headlamp aim too low (1.6)
Offside Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)
Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)
Front Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)
Front Wheel damaged but not significantly reducing the original strength (4.2.1a)
Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)
Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)
Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Front Wheel damaged but not significantly reducing the original strength (4.2.1a)
Lower Front suspension assembly has an insecure fork brace (2.3.4d)
Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)
Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Front Wheel damaged but not significantly reducing the original strength (4.2.1a)
Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.6)
Rear reflector on motorcycle obscured (1.4.1)
How Reliable is the Suzuki GS500?
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BXZ 1611 is a 2003 Suzuki GS500 in Blue with a 487cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 27 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 74.1%.
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 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 BXZ 1611, 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.
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BXZ 1611 is a 2003 Suzuki GS500, first registered on 29 September 2003.
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