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OU51 KNF

2001 Suzuki GS500

Yellow Petrol 487cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Aug 2025
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

75,965 mi
Last recorded75,965 miles
Recorded on24 Aug 2024
Typical for 2001 Suzuki GS50021,389 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOU51 KNF
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS500
Year2001
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine487cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Aug 2024 75,965 miles

Front Brake indicates a slightly grabbing brake (1.2.1 (c))

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

Pass 21 Oct 2013 75,957 miles

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Rear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive (2.4.B.4)

Pass 24 Mar 2012 75,900 miles

Clutch lever shortened. (6.2.1g)

Fail 17 Mar 2012 75,895 miles

Handlebar deformed (2.1.1b)

Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.6)

Nearside Front suspension assembly component excessively misaligned (2.3.1)

Offside Front suspension assembly component excessively misaligned (2.3.1)

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the steering (2.5.1)

Clutch lever shortened. (6.2.1g)

Pass 22 Sep 2010 75,014 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2009 71,044 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2008 62,714 miles

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

Pass 27 Sep 2007 50,417 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2006 39,578 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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OU51 KNF is a 2001 Suzuki GS500 in Yellow with a 487cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 OU51 KNF, 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.

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What year was OU51 KNF registered?

OU51 KNF is a 2001 Suzuki GS500, first registered on 14 September 2001.

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