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V744 GLH

2000 Suzuki GS500

Green Petrol 487cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jun 2018
Tests19 (12 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate63.2%

Mileage

53,189 mi
Last recorded53,189 miles
Recorded on19 Jun 2017
Typical for 2000 Suzuki GS50023,788 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV744 GLH
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS500
Year2000
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine487cc

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MOT History

12 pass 7 fail
Pass 19 Jun 2017 53,189 miles

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

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

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

Pass 13 Jun 2016 49,980 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2016 49,980 miles

Offside Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Pass 12 Jun 2015 47,441 miles
Fail 11 Jun 2015 47,441 miles

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

Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

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

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

Fail 15 Oct 2014 45,653 miles

Offside Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 15 Oct 2014 45,653 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2013 43,239 miles

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

Fail 7 Oct 2013 43,239 miles

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

Nearside Handlebar deformed (2.1.1b)

Nearside Steering control has Insufficient clearance at full lock affecting the riders operation of the controls (2.1.2b)

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

Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c)

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

Pass 17 Oct 2012 40,958 miles

front brake disc worn slightly

Pass 17 Oct 2011 38,754 miles

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

Fail 14 Oct 2011 38,754 miles

Front Lower Rear suspension bush excessively deteriorated (2.4.A2a(i))

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

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Pass 13 Oct 2010 35,578 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2009 32,263 miles
Fail 15 Oct 2009 32,263 miles

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

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Fail 10 Oct 2008 29,336 miles

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 10 Oct 2008 29,336 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2007 26,669 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2006 24,588 miles

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

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

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(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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V744 GLH is a 2000 Suzuki GS500 in Green with a 487cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.2%.

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 V744 GLH, 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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V744 GLH is a 2000 Suzuki GS500, first registered on 12 January 2000.

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