CarVerify

Free Car Check

W221 LBT

2000 Suzuki GS500

Red Petrol 487cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Sep 2026
Tests18 (18 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

19,040 mi
Last recorded19,040 miles
Recorded on18 Sep 2025
Typical for 2000 Suzuki GS50023,788 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Suzuki
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationW221 LBT
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS500
Year2000
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine487cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

18 pass
Pass 18 Sep 2025 19,040 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2022 18,585 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2021 18,503 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2020 18,026 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2019 17,671 miles

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

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

Pass 3 Aug 2018 17,553 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2017 16,964 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2016 16,685 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2015 16,216 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2014 15,591 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2013 14,265 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2012 13,162 miles

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 16 Jul 2011 11,870 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2010 10,464 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2009 9,325 miles

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

Pass 12 Jul 2008 7,947 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2007 7,426 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2006 6,356 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
Full Suzuki GS500 reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

W221 LBT is a 2000 Suzuki GS500 in Red with a 487cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 W221 LBT, 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

How do I check the history of W221 LBT?

You can check the full history of W221 LBT by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was W221 LBT registered?

W221 LBT is a 2000 Suzuki GS500, first registered on 9 August 2000.

Is W221 LBT safe to buy?

The MOT history for W221 LBT shows 18 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does W221 LBT have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on W221 LBT. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.