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HD08 EOY

2008 Suzuki GS500

Grey Petrol 487cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Sep 2025
Tests17 (10 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate58.8%

Mileage

23,894 mi
Last recorded23,894 miles
Recorded on3 Sep 2024
Typical for 2008 Suzuki GS50014,156 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHD08 EOY
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS500
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine487cc

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MOT History

10 pass 7 fail
Pass 3 Sep 2024 23,894 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 21 Aug 2024 23,890 miles

Fuel hose damaged tap hoses split to cords (6.1.3 (c) (ii))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

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

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 16 Jun 2023 23,850 miles

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

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

Front forks corroded

Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

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

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear brake lever rubber missing but surface is still efficient

Rear chain rusty and dry of oil

fuel pipes perished badly

Fail 12 Jun 2023 23,850 miles

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

Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

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

Front forks corroded

Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

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

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear brake lever rubber missing but surface is still efficient

Rear chain rusty and dry of oil

fuel pipes perished badly

Pass 6 Apr 2021 23,698 miles

Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively drive chain rusty condition (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

front brake lever bent

front shock absorbers corroded

Pass 6 Feb 2020 23,488 miles

Front Brake lever worn, but not excessively bent (1.1.15 (b))

Front Suspension corroded but not seriously weakened forks (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Front forks dust covers perished

Fail 6 Feb 2020 23,488 miles

Front Brake lever worn, but not excessively bent (1.1.15 (b))

Front Suspension corroded but not seriously weakened forks (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Front forks dust covers perished

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 22 Jan 2019 23,096 miles

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

Front Suspension corroded but not seriously weakened forks (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 16 Jan 2019 23,093 miles

Drive chain worn to excess (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Drive chain so loose it is likely to fail (6.1.7 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Drive chain sprocket so worn it is likely to fail (6.1.7 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Front Suspension corroded but not seriously weakened forks (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 9 Dec 2017 22,409 miles

Rear Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Fail 27 Nov 2017 22,409 miles

Front Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

Front Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

Rear Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d) DANGEROUS

Rear Drive chain sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 14 Jun 2016 18,456 miles

Front fork seal dust covers cracking

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

drive chain corroded

Fail 9 Jun 2016 18,456 miles

Fuel cap mounting flange/sealing method defective corroded (7.2.2c)

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the steering (2.5.1)

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 110/70/17 bridgestone bt45f (4.1.3(ii))

Front fork seal dust covers cracking

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

drive chain corroded

Pass 3 May 2013 18,197 miles

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Pass 14 May 2012 17,755 miles
Fail 14 May 2012 17,755 miles

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

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

Pass 23 May 2011 15,415 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

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

front tyre perished and split

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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HD08 EOY is a 2008 Suzuki GS500 in Grey with a 487cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 58.8%.

Across all 2008 Suzuki GS500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.3% with a typical mileage of 14,156 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 HD08 EOY, 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 18 years old, this Suzuki GS500 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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HD08 EOY is a 2008 Suzuki GS500, first registered on 27 June 2008.

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