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V687 JRX

2000 Suzuki GS500

Red Petrol 487cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Mar 2018
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

32,568 mi
Last recorded32,568 miles
Recorded on10 Mar 2017
Typical for 2000 Suzuki GS50023,788 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV687 JRX
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS500
Year2000
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine487cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 10 Mar 2017 32,568 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

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

Pass 3 Feb 2016 31,703 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Fail 27 Jan 2016 31,703 miles

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

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 2 Feb 2015 30,364 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 30 Jan 2014 29,108 miles
Fail 30 Jan 2014 29,108 miles

Rear Brake reaction bracket insecure (3.2.A1j)

Pass 5 Feb 2013 28,790 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

front brake binds slightly

Fail 12 Jul 2011 28,790 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front Brake master cylinder leaking hydraulic fluid (3.2.B1e)

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

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

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

Pass 12 Jul 2011 28,790 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

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

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

Pass 5 Jun 2010 26,439 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

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

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

Fail 12 Apr 2010 26,429 miles

Front Brake pipe inadequately supported (3.2.B2b)

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 24 Dec 2008 26,095 miles

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

Fail 24 Dec 2008 26,095 miles

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

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

Pass 9 Oct 2007 22,857 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2006 21,322 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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V687 JRX is a 2000 Suzuki GS500 in Red with a 487cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 V687 JRX, 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.

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What year was V687 JRX registered?

V687 JRX is a 2000 Suzuki GS500, first registered on 5 January 2000.

Is V687 JRX safe to buy?

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