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PY57 BUP

2008 Suzuki GS500

Blue Petrol 487cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Dec 2025
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

13,379 mi
Last recorded13,379 miles
Recorded on12 Dec 2024
Typical for 2008 Suzuki GS50014,156 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Suzuki
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPY57 BUP
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS500
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine487cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Dec 2024 13,379 miles

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

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

Fail 29 Nov 2024 13,379 miles

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

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

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

Pass 25 Mar 2014 12,386 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2012 10,938 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Fail 8 Dec 2012 10,938 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 9 Dec 2011 8,460 miles
Fail 3 Dec 2011 8,460 miles

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

Locking devices not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h)

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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PY57 BUP is a 2008 Suzuki GS500 in Blue with a 487cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 PY57 BUP, 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 PY57 BUP registered?

PY57 BUP is a 2008 Suzuki GS500, first registered on 24 January 2008.

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