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RO08 ZYK

2008 Suzuki GS500

Blue Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jul 2018
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

40,492 mi
Last recorded40,492 miles
Recorded on7 Jul 2017
Typical for 2008 Suzuki GS50014,156 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRO08 ZYK
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS500
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Jul 2017 40,492 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

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

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

Rear suspension component slightly corroded. swing arm (2.4.A.1a)

Pass 9 Jul 2016 39,214 miles

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

Fail 2 Jul 2016 39,202 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

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

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

Pass 22 May 2015 36,403 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2014 32,904 miles

Front Roller brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable. (3.3.A2b)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Uneven wear on front tyre

Pass 20 Mar 2013 29,532 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2012 24,354 miles

front tyre perished

Fail 7 Feb 2012 24,353 miles

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

front tyre perished

rear tyre perished

Pass 3 Mar 2011 17,238 miles

front brake pads worn tappered

rear brake pads worn tappered

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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RO08 ZYK is a 2008 Suzuki GS500 in Blue with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 RO08 ZYK, 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 RO08 ZYK registered?

RO08 ZYK is a 2008 Suzuki GS500, first registered on 23 June 2008.

Is RO08 ZYK safe to buy?

The MOT history for RO08 ZYK shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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