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DF03 KHD

2003 Suzuki GS500

Blue Petrol 487cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Sep 2023
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

75,745 mi
Last recorded75,745 miles
Recorded on8 Sep 2022
Typical for 2003 Suzuki GS50017,697 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDF03 KHD
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS500
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine487cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 8 Sep 2022 75,745 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2020 71,006 miles

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level below minimum level (1.1.10 (d) (i))

brake discs scored slightly

Fail 18 Nov 2020 71,005 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level below minimum level (1.1.10 (d) (i))

brake discs scored slightly

Pass 19 Nov 2019 67,439 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Front tyre perished

Fail 19 Nov 2019 67,439 miles

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

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Front tyre perished

Pass 13 Nov 2018 62,654 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2017 59,364 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Fail 16 Nov 2017 59,363 miles

Central Front Motorcycle structure excessively corroded frame (6.1.1a)

Offside Front Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Pass 24 Feb 2016 58,750 miles

rear brake disc worn / scored

Pass 25 Feb 2015 53,266 miles

Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Front Brake disc(s) is slightly distorted (3.2.A1m)

Fail 24 Feb 2015 53,265 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Front Brake disc(s) is slightly distorted (3.2.A1m)

Pass 28 Feb 2013 57,887 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Pass 22 Mar 2012 47,620 miles

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

Pass 26 Jul 2010 42,796 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2009 34,773 miles
Fail 8 Jul 2009 34,723 miles

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

Rear Brake disc(s) excessively scored (3.2.A1l)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

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

Pass 8 Jul 2008 27,876 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2007 21,249 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2006 15,567 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
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DF03 KHD is a 2003 Suzuki GS500 in Blue with a 487cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

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 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 DF03 KHD, 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 DF03 KHD registered?

DF03 KHD is a 2003 Suzuki GS500, first registered on 11 July 2003.

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