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DX51 TGV

2001 Suzuki GS500

Blue Petrol 487cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Jun 2027
Tests24 (21 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

17,654 mi
Last recorded17,654 miles
Recorded on30 May 2026
Typical for 2001 Suzuki GS50021,389 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDX51 TGV
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS500
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine487cc

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MOT History

21 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 May 2026 17,654 miles

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

Pass 2 Jun 2025 17,626 miles

Front Handlebar deformed but serviceable (2.2.1 (c) (i))

Fail 16 May 2025 17,616 miles

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

Front Shock absorber has negligible damping effect and bottoms out (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

Gear lever very loose on splines

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

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 24 Apr 2024 17,602 miles

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

Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Gear lever loose on splines

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

Pass 18 Apr 2023 17,545 miles

Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

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

Gear lever loose on splines

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

Pass 27 Apr 2022 17,432 miles

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

Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied

Gear lever loose on splines

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

Pass 20 Apr 2021 17,386 miles

Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

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

Exhaust slightly loose (6.1.2 (a))

Gear lever loose on splines

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

Pass 22 Apr 2020 17,376 miles

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

Exhaust slightly loose (6.1.2 (a))

Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Front shock absorbers have reduced damping effect

Gear lever loose on splines

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

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

Pass 24 Apr 2019 17,302 miles

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

Exhaust slightly loose (6.1.2 (a))

Front Brake lever is damaged but the brake can still be readily applied

Front Front wheel bearings are slightly rough

Front shock absorbers have reduced damping effort

Pass 23 Apr 2018 17,142 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front Brake lever is damaged but the brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Front Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

exhaust silencer loose

Fail 23 Apr 2018 17,142 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front Brake lever is damaged but the brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Front Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

exhaust silencer loose

Pass 24 Apr 2017 16,206 miles

Front Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Nearside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Steering movement slightly rough. creaking (2.2.1a)

Pass 25 Apr 2016 15,086 miles

Front Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

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

Nearside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Fail 21 Apr 2015 14,237 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Front Brake lever cannot be applied smoothly (3.1.3d)

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

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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

Pass 21 Apr 2015 14,237 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

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

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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

Pass 23 Apr 2014 13,300 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 23 Apr 2013 12,341 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2012 11,969 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2011 11,347 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2010 10,714 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2009 9,544 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2008 8,121 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2006 6,272 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2005 5,160 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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DX51 TGV is a 2001 Suzuki GS500 in Blue with a 487cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 2001 Suzuki GS500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.4% with a typical mileage of 21,389 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 DX51 TGV, 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 25 years old, this Suzuki GS500 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was DX51 TGV registered?

DX51 TGV is a 2001 Suzuki GS500, first registered on 1 September 2001.

Is DX51 TGV safe to buy?

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