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RX51 WGA

2001 Suzuki GS500

Blue Petrol 487cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Aug 2021
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

71,462 mi
Last recorded71,462 miles
Recorded on8 Aug 2020
Typical for 2001 Suzuki GS50021,389 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRX51 WGA
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS500
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine487cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 8 Aug 2020 71,462 miles

Rear Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced (4.2.3 (a) (i))

Fail 8 Aug 2020 71,462 miles

Rear Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced (4.2.3 (a) (i))

Rear Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 17 Nov 2018 71,429 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

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

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level below minimum level (1.1.10 (d) (i))

Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (Frame and Swing Arm Corrosion) (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Road spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 17 Jun 2017 71,210 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Front Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

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

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Fail 16 Jun 2017 71,201 miles

Front Front position lamp missing (1.1.1a)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Front Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

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

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 18 Jun 2016 70,084 miles

(Lower Head Bearing Not Installed Correctly)

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (Frame and Swing Arm Corrosion) (6.1.1a)

Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (Rear Brake Torsion Bar) (6.1.1a)

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

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

Rear spring corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4A1b(ii))

Pass 18 Jun 2015 69,441 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Fail 12 Mar 2015 69,313 miles

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

Throttle has a significant change in engine speed whilst moving the steering from lock to lock (2.1.4)

Drive chain lightly rubbing (6.2.1d)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Pass 6 Mar 2014 68,024 miles

Brake lever pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

Brake pedal pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

Centre Motorcycle structure slightly damaged (6.1.1a)

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

Front Floor brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.C2d)

Nearside Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Offside Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Rear spring corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4A1b(ii))

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

handle bars possible bent/wear in clucth lever pivot/left hand footrest

Pass 4 Mar 2013 65,603 miles

Brake pedal pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

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

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

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

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

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

no clock lights and blue high beam cover missing

Fail 26 Feb 2013 65,600 miles

Handlebar deformed (2.1.1b)

Throttle has a significant change in engine speed whilst moving the steering from lock to lock (2.1.4)

Brake pedal pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

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

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

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

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

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

no clock lights and blue high beam cover missing

Pass 22 Feb 2012 60,064 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2010 53,788 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2009 49,623 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2008 45,577 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2007 39,653 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2006 34,626 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
Full Suzuki GS500 reliability report

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RX51 WGA is a 2001 Suzuki GS500 in Blue with a 487cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 RX51 WGA, 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 RX51 WGA registered?

RX51 WGA is a 2001 Suzuki GS500, first registered on 5 September 2001.

Is RX51 WGA safe to buy?

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