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SP07 VWY

2007 Suzuki GS500

Black Petrol 487cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Nov 2022
Tests21 (13 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate61.9%

Mileage

30,751 mi
Last recorded30,751 miles
Recorded on16 Nov 2021
Typical for 2007 Suzuki GS50016,513 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSP07 VWY
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS500
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine487cc

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MOT History

13 pass 8 fail
Pass 16 Nov 2021 30,751 miles

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

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

Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced frame corroded and coated / painted (6.1.1 (c) (i))

handle bars corroded

nut missing from side stand

rear footrests missing but grab rail fitted

Fail 15 Nov 2021 30,703 miles

Drive chain excessively tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Nearside Front Footrest insecure lock clip missing (6.2.12 (a))

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

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

Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced frame corroded and coated / painted (6.1.1 (c) (i))

handle bars corroded

nut missing from side stand

rear footrests missing but grab rail fitted

Pass 16 Nov 2020 29,969 miles

Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Direction indicator lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))

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

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

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

body condition

condition of fuel pipes

frame corroded/painted

free play at rear brake lever

rear footrests missing

throttle sticking slightly

Pass 15 Nov 2019 29,038 miles

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

Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear indicator lamp loose

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Registration plate slightly loose (0.1 (a))

Riders seat slightly loose (6.2.5 (a) (ii))

frame painted

frame/suspension corroded

offside hand grip loose

rear foot pegs seized

Pass 16 Nov 2018 28,017 miles

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

Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Motorcycle structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (a) (i))

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

Rear Brake pedal has slight side movement indicating a worn pedal bearing or pivot (1.1.1 (b))

Suspension corroded but not seriously weakened all rear suspension (5.3.3 (b) (i))

frame corroded and painted

gear change lever loose

Pass 20 Nov 2017 26,743 miles

Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

frame corroded

free play at gear lever

handlebar ends loose

nearside foot peg loose

Pass 24 Nov 2016 25,247 miles

chassis /suspension condition/corrosion/painted

condition of nearside indicators

exhaust condition

rear tyre damage

side stand condition/operation

Pass 3 Nov 2015 23,744 miles

body/handlebars/swingarm all painted/corroded

exhaust condition

front fork condition

gearchange lever bent

headlamp aim/reflector condition

nearside front indicator repaired

rear tyre wear

Fail 12 Oct 2015 23,722 miles

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Rear suspension movement is excessively stiff (2.4.A.3b)

Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

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

chassis/suspension corroded and painted

dampness at rear master cylinder

free play at gear lever

front forks pitted

headlamp reflector condition

nearside front indicator condition

rear lamp flickering

Pass 2 Oct 2014 22,252 miles

Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

frame, swing arm & some components painted

Pass 2 Oct 2013 20,575 miles

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

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

Front tyre perished

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

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

flat spot on rear tyre

frame corroded

frame painted

front brake binding slightly

rear position lamp partially inop

rear tyre wear

tyres soft

Fail 30 Sep 2013 20,544 miles

Front An item not tested (Manual)

Front Brake hose fouling (3.2.B3b)

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

Brake fluid reservoir leaking hydraulic fluid (3.2.B1e) DANGEROUS

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

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

Front tyre perished

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

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

flat spot on rear tyre

frame corroded

frame painted

rear position lamp partially inop

rear tyre wear

Fail 25 Oct 2012 19,328 miles

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

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Headlamp deteriorated but function not impaired (1.2.3a)

exhaust condition

front tyre wear/perished/condition

gearchange lever movement

general condition, corrosion everywhere

handlebars corroded, rear swingarm corroded

Pass 25 Oct 2012 19,328 miles

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

Headlamp deteriorated but function not impaired (1.2.3a)

exhaust condition

front tyre wear/perished/condition

gearchange lever movement

general condition, corrosion everywhere

handlebars corroded, rear swingarm corroded

Fail 5 Mar 2012 18,236 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

handlebars corroded

Pass 5 Mar 2012 18,236 miles

handlebars corroded

Fail 21 Mar 2011 15,666 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

centre stand partially seized

front brake lever travel

Pass 21 Mar 2011 15,666 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

centre stand partially seized

front brake lever travel

Fail 2 Mar 2011 15,519 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

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

Rear Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Rear shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.4.A.1c)

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

Brake master cylinder fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Oil leak

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

Pass 9 Mar 2010 12,039 miles

poor running

rear tyre perished

headlight colour

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Front Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Rear Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Rear Motorcycle structure slightly distorted (6.1.1a)

Rear suspension slightly corroded (2.4.A.2d)

centre stand siezed

front tyre perished

Fail 8 Mar 2010 12,009 miles

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

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Offside Rear suspension component loose (2.4.A.1a)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Front Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Rear Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Rear Motorcycle structure slightly distorted (6.1.1a)

Rear suspension slightly corroded (2.4.A.2d)

centre stand siezed

front tyre perished

headlight colour

poor running

rear tyre perished

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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SP07 VWY is a 2007 Suzuki GS500 in Black with a 487cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.9%.

Across all 2007 Suzuki GS500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.1% with a typical mileage of 16,513 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 SP07 VWY, 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 19 years old, this Suzuki GS500 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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SP07 VWY is a 2007 Suzuki GS500, first registered on 10 March 2007.

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