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VX51 MHF

2001 Suzuki GS500

Yellow Petrol 487cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Oct 2026
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

38,697 mi
Last recorded38,697 miles
Recorded on9 Oct 2025
Typical for 2001 Suzuki GS50021,389 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVX51 MHF
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS500
Year2001
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine487cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Oct 2025 38,697 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2024 38,449 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2023 38,294 miles

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

Pass 3 Oct 2022 38,048 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2021 37,800 miles

Rear Lower Suspension arm pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Oct 2020 36,964 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2019 36,011 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2018 35,506 miles
Fail 6 Oct 2018 35,506 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 2 Oct 2017 34,982 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2016 34,022 miles

Rear slight cracks to rear tyre sidewall

Fail 28 Oct 2016 34,021 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Rear slight cracks to rear tyre sidewall

Pass 27 Mar 2015 33,063 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2014 32,110 miles

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

Pass 5 Apr 2013 30,894 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2012 30,042 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2011 28,788 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2010 27,210 miles
Pass 18 May 2009 26,180 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2008 24,311 miles

rear tyre close to limit of 1.0mm

Pass 1 Jun 2007 21,261 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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VX51 MHF is a 2001 Suzuki GS500 in Yellow with a 487cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

Across all 2001 Suzuki GS500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.4% with a typical mileage of 21,389 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 VX51 MHF, 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 25 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 VX51 MHF registered?

VX51 MHF is a 2001 Suzuki GS500, first registered on 20 September 2001.

Is VX51 MHF safe to buy?

The MOT history for VX51 MHF shows 21 tests with a 90.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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