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PX51 FEH

2001 Suzuki GS500

Blue Petrol 487cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Oct 2015
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

68,988 mi
Last recorded68,988 miles
Recorded on30 Sep 2014
Typical for 2001 Suzuki GS50021,389 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPX51 FEH
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS500
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine487cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 30 Sep 2014 68,988 miles
Fail 4 Oct 2013 64,875 miles

Outer Front Upper Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.7.3a)

Pass 4 Oct 2013 64,875 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2012 60,589 miles
Fail 1 Oct 2012 60,589 miles

Centre Front Upper Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Centre Rear Lower Rear suspension bush has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))

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

Offside Front Upper Brake master cylinder fluid level dangerously low (3.2.B1d)

Pass 4 Oct 2011 54,905 miles
Fail 3 Oct 2011 54,905 miles

Motorcycle structure insecure and likely to affect the correct functioning of the steering or braking (6.1.1c)

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

Pass 5 Oct 2010 49,435 miles

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

Offside Rear Lower Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 2 Oct 2009 43,775 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2008 37,257 miles
Fail 23 Sep 2008 37,257 miles

Centre Front Upper Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Fail 28 Sep 2007 31,163 miles

Offside Front Lower Horn not working (1.7.3a)

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

Pass 28 Sep 2007 31,163 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2006 24,584 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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PX51 FEH is a 2001 Suzuki GS500 in Blue with a 487cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

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 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 PX51 FEH, 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 PX51 FEH registered?

PX51 FEH is a 2001 Suzuki GS500, first registered on 19 October 2001.

Is PX51 FEH safe to buy?

The MOT history for PX51 FEH shows 14 tests with a 64.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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