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V979 EVR

2000 Suzuki GS500

Blue Petrol 487cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Mar 2025
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

8,186 mi
Last recorded8,186 miles
Recorded on26 Mar 2024
Typical for 2000 Suzuki GS50023,788 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV979 EVR
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS500
Year2000
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine487cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Mar 2024 8,186 miles

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

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))

Fail 19 Mar 2024 8,186 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Handlebar grip insecure to handlebar (2.2.1 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Centre stand pivot sticking/ not returning properly.

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

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))

Pass 24 Mar 2023 7,571 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2022 6,237 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2021 6,167 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2019 4,276 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases blowing at header (6.1.2 (a))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy tight (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 1 Aug 2018 3,241 miles

Front wheel bearings slightly rough

Fail 1 Aug 2018 3,241 miles

Front wheel bearings slightly rough

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 18 Apr 2017 2,937 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
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V979 EVR is a 2000 Suzuki GS500 in Blue with a 487cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 V979 EVR, 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 V979 EVR registered?

V979 EVR is a 2000 Suzuki GS500, first registered on 24 January 2000.

Is V979 EVR safe to buy?

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