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EU51 WJG

2001 Suzuki GS500

Blue Petrol 487cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Aug 2024
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

31,675 mi
Last recorded31,675 miles
Recorded on9 Aug 2023
Typical for 2001 Suzuki GS50021,389 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEU51 WJG
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS500
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine487cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Aug 2023 31,675 miles
Fail 26 Jun 2023 31,675 miles

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

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak Fork seal (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Brake pedal has insufficient reserve travel Fouling exhaust (1.1.2 (a))

Handlebar grip insecure to handlebar L/H GRIP (2.2.1 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 29 Jun 2022 30,909 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 8 Dec 2020 29,039 miles

Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

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

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

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Aug 2019 28,601 miles
Fail 28 Aug 2019 28,601 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 13 Jun 2018 27,172 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2017 26,668 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2016 26,207 miles

Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

Pass 20 Feb 2015 26,112 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2014 24,144 miles

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

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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 Feb 2013 22,975 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2010 21,803 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2009 20,464 miles

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

Pass 4 Sep 2008 19,359 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2007 17,297 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

Pass 25 Jul 2006 15,902 miles
Fail 24 Jul 2006 15,900 miles

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

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

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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EU51 WJG is a 2001 Suzuki GS500 in Blue with a 487cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 EU51 WJG, 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 EU51 WJG registered?

EU51 WJG is a 2001 Suzuki GS500, first registered on 11 December 2001.

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The MOT history for EU51 WJG shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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