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W116 DKE

2000 Suzuki GS500

Red Petrol 487cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jan 2016
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

56,242 mi
Last recorded56,242 miles
Recorded on7 Jan 2016
Typical for 2000 Suzuki GS50023,788 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW116 DKE
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS500
Year2000
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine487cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Fail 7 Jan 2016 56,242 miles

Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

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

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Fail 30 Jan 2015 52,947 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 30 Jan 2015 52,947 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2013 41,045 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2012 38,435 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Rear Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Pass 25 Feb 2011 33,820 miles

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

Pass 29 Jan 2010 30,436 miles

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

Pass 30 Jan 2009 29,264 miles

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

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

Pass 8 Oct 2007 27,810 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2006 25,150 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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W116 DKE is a 2000 Suzuki GS500 in Red with a 487cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 W116 DKE, 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 W116 DKE registered?

W116 DKE is a 2000 Suzuki GS500, first registered on 15 August 2000.

Is W116 DKE safe to buy?

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