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LC08 YCE

2008 Suzuki GS500

Blue Petrol 487cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Nov 2023
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

32,339 mi
Last recorded32,339 miles
Recorded on3 Nov 2022
Typical for 2008 Suzuki GS50014,156 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLC08 YCE
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS500
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine487cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 3 Nov 2022 32,339 miles

Front Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

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

Pass 2 Nov 2021 29,322 miles

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

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

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

Pass 5 Nov 2020 26,274 miles
Fail 5 Nov 2020 26,274 miles

Front Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 14 Jun 2019 21,814 miles

Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Fail 11 Jun 2019 21,810 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

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

Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 16 Jun 2018 20,865 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2017 19,894 miles
Pass 13 May 2016 18,088 miles

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

Pass 16 May 2015 15,377 miles
Pass 1 May 2014 14,277 miles
Fail 1 May 2014 14,277 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle obscured (1.4.1)

Pass 29 May 2013 13,963 miles
Pass 21 May 2012 12,820 miles

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

Pass 11 May 2011 10,289 miles

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

Fail 9 May 2011 10,289 miles

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

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

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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LC08 YCE is a 2008 Suzuki GS500 in Blue with a 487cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 LC08 YCE, 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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What year was LC08 YCE registered?

LC08 YCE is a 2008 Suzuki GS500, first registered on 21 May 2008.

Is LC08 YCE safe to buy?

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