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W282 PFB

2000 Suzuki GS500

Black Petrol 487cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Apr 2016
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

31,399 mi
Last recorded31,399 miles
Recorded on18 Apr 2015
Typical for 2000 Suzuki GS50023,788 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW282 PFB
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS500
Year2000
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine487cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Fail 18 Apr 2015 31,399 miles

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 18 Apr 2015 31,399 miles

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Fail 9 Apr 2014 31,395 miles

Exhaust end can hiting swingarm

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

Rear Brake reaction bracket securing bolt(s) missing (3.2.A1j)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 9 Apr 2014 31,395 miles

Exhaust end can hiting swingarm

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

Fail 27 Jul 2013 53,079 miles

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Front Drive chain sprocket carrier worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d) DANGEROUS

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

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

Pass 24 May 2012 49,806 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 31 May 2011 49,669 miles

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

front brake binding slightly

Pass 25 May 2010 41,432 miles

front brake lever has limited reserve travel

Pass 28 May 2009 33,354 miles
Fail 20 May 2009 33,354 miles

Rear Brake reaction bracket securing bolt(s) missing (3.2.A1j)

Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Steering movement excessively stiff with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Pass 23 May 2008 23,375 miles
Pass 22 May 2007 13,364 miles
Fail 22 May 2007 13,364 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Pass 6 Jun 2006 4,107 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2005 3,401 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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W282 PFB is a 2000 Suzuki GS500 in Black with a 487cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 W282 PFB, 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 W282 PFB registered?

W282 PFB is a 2000 Suzuki GS500, first registered on 1 May 2000.

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