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CK02 VBY

2002 Suzuki GS500

Blue Petrol 487cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 May 2027
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

23,956 mi
Last recorded23,956 miles
Recorded on11 May 2026
Typical for 2002 Suzuki GS50020,844 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCK02 VBY
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS500
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine487cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 11 May 2026 23,956 miles
Pass 13 May 2025 23,828 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 13 May 2025 23,828 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 29 Apr 2024 23,641 miles

Central Rear Lower Suspension rod ball joint worn, but not excessively slight play in rear shocker linkage (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Drive chain slightly tight chain has some stiff links, would benefit with replacing but safe (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Handlebar deformed but serviceable slightly bent (2.2.1 (c) (i))

Pass 30 Mar 2019 21,725 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

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

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 27 Apr 2018 19,822 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2017 19,133 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear suspension slightly corroded swing arm (2.4.A.2d)

exhaust rusty

Pass 2 Jun 2016 15,926 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2015 12,847 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Fail 9 Jun 2015 12,847 miles

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

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 1 May 2014 11,110 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2013 10,627 miles

Nail in rear tyre

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

Pass 20 Jun 2012 9,823 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Nail in rear tyre

Pass 21 Jun 2011 8,745 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2010 8,352 miles
Fail 7 Jun 2010 8,352 miles

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

Pass 13 Jun 2009 7,331 miles
Pass 27 May 2008 5,134 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2007 3,568 miles
Fail 8 Jun 2007 3,568 miles

Front Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

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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CK02 VBY is a 2002 Suzuki GS500 in Blue with a 487cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 CK02 VBY, 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 CK02 VBY registered?

CK02 VBY is a 2002 Suzuki GS500, first registered on 12 June 2002.

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