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EO51 FVC

2001 Suzuki GS500

Blue Petrol 487cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Apr 2016
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

26,568 mi
Last recorded26,568 miles
Recorded on2 Apr 2015
Typical for 2001 Suzuki GS50021,389 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEO51 FVC
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS500
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine487cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Apr 2015 26,568 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2014 26,337 miles

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

Fail 27 Mar 2014 26,337 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

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

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

Rear suspension bearing has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))

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

Pass 25 May 2013 25,141 miles

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

Fail 21 May 2013 25,141 miles

Handlebar deformed (2.1.1b)

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

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

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

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

Pass 16 Jun 2012 24,038 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Pass 14 May 2010 21,515 miles
Fail 12 May 2010 21,515 miles

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

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b)

Steering movement excessively stiff with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

rear tyre flat

Pass 9 Apr 2009 19,925 miles
Pass 24 May 2007 16,688 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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EO51 FVC is a 2001 Suzuki GS500 in Blue with a 487cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 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 EO51 FVC, 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 EO51 FVC registered?

EO51 FVC is a 2001 Suzuki GS500, first registered on 25 September 2001.

Is EO51 FVC safe to buy?

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