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V374 EJU

2000 Suzuki GS500

Red Petrol 487cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Mar 2013
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

43,080 mi
Last recorded43,080 miles
Recorded on20 Mar 2012
Typical for 2000 Suzuki GS50023,788 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV374 EJU
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS500
Year2000
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine487cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Mar 2012 43,080 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front suspension has slight corrosion (2.3.8)

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

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

Fail 20 Mar 2012 43,080 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front suspension has slight corrosion (2.3.8)

Nearside Front Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Nearside Rear Direction indicators flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

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

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

Pass 21 Mar 2011 40,702 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2010 34,806 miles
Fail 8 Mar 2010 34,806 miles

Rear Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 3 Mar 2009 30,610 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2009 158,139 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 3 Mar 2009 30,610 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2008 25,078 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2007 22,758 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2006 21,058 miles
Fail 23 Mar 2006 21,058 miles

Front Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

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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V374 EJU is a 2000 Suzuki GS500 in Red with a 487cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2000 Suzuki GS500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.7% with a typical mileage of 23,788 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 V374 EJU, 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 26 years old, this Suzuki GS500 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was V374 EJU registered?

V374 EJU is a 2000 Suzuki GS500, first registered on 22 January 2000.

Is V374 EJU safe to buy?

The MOT history for V374 EJU shows 12 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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