MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
34,445 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Rear Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d)
Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)
head light deeflecter fitted
Front Brake master cylinder fluid level dangerously low (3.2.B1d)
Front Headlamp aim too high (1.6)
Rear Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)
Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)
head light deeflecter fitted
Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))
Rear Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)
Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))
Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)
Rear Brake pedal pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)
Front Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)
Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)
Rear Brake pedal pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)
Offside Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)
Front Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)
Offside Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)
Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)
Front Headlamp aim beam image kick-up is to the offside (1.6.1)
Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instruction/s (4.1.2e)
How Reliable is the Suzuki GS500?
Based on 55,003 MOT tests across 6,013 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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W163 VMA is a 2000 Suzuki GS500 in Red with a 487cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 53.3%.
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 W163 VMA, 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 W163 VMA registered?
W163 VMA is a 2000 Suzuki GS500, first registered on 1 August 2000.
Is W163 VMA safe to buy?
The MOT history for W163 VMA shows 15 tests with a 53.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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