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DY02 BYD

2002 Suzuki GS500

Black Petrol 487cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Aug 2025
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

13,225 mi
Last recorded13,225 miles
Recorded on16 Aug 2024
Typical for 2002 Suzuki GS50020,844 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDY02 BYD
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS500
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine487cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Aug 2024 13,225 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2023 12,510 miles
Fail 5 Aug 2023 12,504 miles

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

Pass 13 Aug 2022 11,882 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2021 10,576 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2020 8,477 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2019 6,717 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2018 5,820 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2017 4,506 miles
Fail 3 Oct 2017 4,506 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

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

Pass 26 Apr 2007 3,460 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

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

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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DY02 BYD is a 2002 Suzuki GS500 in Black with a 487cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 2002 Suzuki GS500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.8% with a typical mileage of 20,844 miles. This vehicle is performing in line with others of the same 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 DY02 BYD, 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 DY02 BYD registered?

DY02 BYD is a 2002 Suzuki GS500, first registered on 12 April 2002.

Is DY02 BYD safe to buy?

The MOT history for DY02 BYD shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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