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CU03 ERV

2003 Suzuki GS500

Black Petrol 487cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jul 2024
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

14,016 mi
Last recorded14,016 miles
Recorded on28 Jul 2023
Typical for 2003 Suzuki GS50017,697 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCU03 ERV
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS500
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine487cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 28 Jul 2023 14,016 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2022 13,368 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2021 12,879 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2020 12,876 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Nearside Front Forks slightly corroded Forks have pitting on stanchion near seal (2.2.2 (d) (i))

Pass 2 May 2013 12,476 miles

Front Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Rear Rear suspension component slightly corroded. (2.4.A.1a)

Pass 30 Apr 2012 12,201 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2011 11,533 miles

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

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

Fail 23 Apr 2011 11,533 miles

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

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

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

Pass 24 Apr 2010 9,332 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2009 8,527 miles

Clutch lever shortened. (6.2.1g)

Pass 26 Apr 2008 7,150 miles
Fail 26 Apr 2008 7,150 miles

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

Pass 31 Mar 2007 6,648 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2006 5,944 miles
Fail 18 Mar 2006 5,944 miles

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

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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CU03 ERV is a 2003 Suzuki GS500 in Black with a 487cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 CU03 ERV, 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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What year was CU03 ERV registered?

CU03 ERV is a 2003 Suzuki GS500, first registered on 21 March 2003.

Is CU03 ERV safe to buy?

The MOT history for CU03 ERV shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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