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V962 DRT

2000 Suzuki GS500

Yellow Petrol 487cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jul 2023
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

37,190 mi
Last recorded37,190 miles
Recorded on15 Jul 2022
Typical for 2000 Suzuki GS50023,788 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV962 DRT
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS500
Year2000
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine487cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Jul 2022 37,190 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2017 35,342 miles

Front Brake lever pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

fuel tank rubber seal perished

Pass 19 Sep 2016 35,089 miles

fuel tank filler seal perished

Pass 25 Sep 2015 34,503 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2014 33,634 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2013 32,302 miles

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

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

rear brake peddle slightly more travel

Pass 22 Sep 2012 30,785 miles

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

Pass 30 Sep 2011 29,131 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2010 27,327 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

Pass 14 Oct 2009 25,704 miles

Rear brake pedal has slight travel befor working.

Fail 12 Oct 2009 25,670 miles

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

Rear brake pedal has slight travel befor working.

Pass 9 Oct 2008 23,490 miles

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

Pass 18 Oct 2007 21,310 miles

front brake lever broken only ball end

Fail 18 Oct 2007 21,310 miles

Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

front brake lever broken only ball end

Pass 21 Nov 2006 19,667 miles

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

Fail 10 Nov 2006 19,600 miles

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

Front suspension assembly component cracked (2.3.1) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 8 Nov 2005 17,888 miles

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

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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V962 DRT is a 2000 Suzuki GS500 in Yellow with a 487cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 V962 DRT, 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 V962 DRT registered?

V962 DRT is a 2000 Suzuki GS500, first registered on 27 January 2000.

Is V962 DRT safe to buy?

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