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CV52 HUU

2002 Suzuki GS500

Blue Petrol 487cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Feb 2023
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

48,981 mi
Last recorded48,981 miles
Recorded on31 Jan 2022
Typical for 2002 Suzuki GS50020,844 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCV52 HUU
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS500
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine487cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 31 Jan 2022 48,981 miles

Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 4 Feb 2021 44,318 miles

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

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush Suspension linkage bearings (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 14 Sep 2018 431,571 miles

Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

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

Pass 1 Sep 2016 42,511 miles

Bulb inoperative in tail light.

Chain links stiff

Front & rear brake pads low.

Oil on side wall of rear tyre

Rear brake torque arm locating bolt too short

rear sprocket worn but ok for test

slight play lower swing arm front pin

Fail 27 Aug 2016 42,315 miles

Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instruction/s (4.1.2e)

Rear suspension bush has excessive free play Rear suspension shock absorber link foremost bush (2.4.A2a(i))

Bulb inoperative in tail light.

Chain links stiff

Front & rear brake pads low.

Oil on side wall of rear tyre

Rear brake torque arm locating bolt too short

Pass 29 Aug 2015 39,997 miles
Fail 5 Jun 2015 37,149 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

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

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 3 Jun 2014 30,802 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2013 23,002 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2013 25,999 miles

Front Brake disc(s) friction surface contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

Front Brake pad(s) contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

Pass 26 Jan 2012 25,952 miles

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

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1b)

Pass 17 Jan 2011 25,048 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2009 24,139 miles
Fail 18 Nov 2009 24,138 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Steering movement excessively stiff with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Pass 20 Nov 2008 22,641 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2007 19,566 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2006 16,410 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2005 13,139 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
Full Suzuki GS500 reliability report

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CV52 HUU is a 2002 Suzuki GS500 in Blue with a 487cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 CV52 HUU, 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 CV52 HUU registered?

CV52 HUU is a 2002 Suzuki GS500, first registered on 14 October 2002.

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