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RO02 WPO

2008 Suzuki GS500

Blue Petrol 999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Apr 2027
Tests25 (24 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate96%

Mileage

27,512 mi
Last recorded27,512 miles
Recorded on1 May 2026
Typical for 2008 Suzuki GS50014,156 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRO02 WPO
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS500
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine999cc

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MOT History

24 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 May 2026 27,512 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 190/55/17 (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 9 Aug 2025 5,106 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2025 26,916 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2024 3,463 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2024 26,106 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2023 1,623 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2023 25,290 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2022 24,771 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2021 23,864 miles

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

Pass 15 Jun 2019 22,971 miles
Pass 22 May 2019 1,532 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2018 1,532 miles
Pass 5 May 2018 21,915 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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

Pass 25 Feb 2017 20,566 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2016 1,484 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2016 17,917 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2015 585 miles

chain is tight

Pass 23 May 2015 16,177 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2014 151 miles
Pass 24 May 2014 14,077 miles
Pass 3 May 2013 13,132 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 30 Mar 2012 8,050 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2011 4,895 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 28 Mar 2011 4,895 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2009 127 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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RO02 WPO is a 2008 Suzuki GS500 in Blue with a 999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 96%.

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 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 RO02 WPO, 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 RO02 WPO registered?

RO02 WPO is a 2008 Suzuki GS500, first registered on 12 February 2008.

Is RO02 WPO safe to buy?

The MOT history for RO02 WPO shows 25 tests with a 96% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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