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LM08 YWA

2008 Suzuki GS500

Blue Petrol 487cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Mar 2023
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

12,487 mi
Last recorded12,487 miles
Recorded on23 Mar 2022
Typical for 2008 Suzuki GS50014,156 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLM08 YWA
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS500
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine487cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Mar 2022 12,487 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 27 Apr 2021 7,279 miles

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

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

Pass 1 May 2020 2,963 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Mar 2019 29,802 miles
Fail 26 Mar 2019 29,802 miles

Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (5.2.3 (i))

Pass 27 Apr 2017 24,641 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2017 24,641 miles

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 7 Sep 2015 22,355 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Nearside Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Nearside Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 16 Jul 2013 19,307 miles
Fail 22 Jun 2012 17,218 miles

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

Pass 22 Jun 2012 17,218 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2011 14,850 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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LM08 YWA is a 2008 Suzuki GS500 in Blue with a 487cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 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 LM08 YWA, 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 LM08 YWA registered?

LM08 YWA is a 2008 Suzuki GS500, first registered on 13 May 2008.

Is LM08 YWA safe to buy?

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