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W283 XVE

2000 Suzuki GS500

Black Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Oct 2024
Tests9 (5 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate55.6%

Mileage

5,735 mi
Last recorded5,735 miles
Recorded on19 Oct 2023
Typical for 2000 Suzuki GS50023,788 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW283 XVE
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS500
Year2000
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

5 pass 4 fail
Pass 19 Oct 2023 5,735 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 19 Oct 2023 5,735 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Steering operation fouling on the fuel tank or bodywork on full lock (2.1.4 (b))

Pass 15 Jul 2009 13,838 miles
Fail 7 Jul 2009 13,834 miles

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

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Fairings insecure but not likely to impede the steering (2.1.2e)

Rear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive (2.4.B.4)

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

Pass 8 Jul 2008 10,487 miles
Fail 7 Jul 2008 10,483 miles

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

Pass 6 Jul 2007 5,805 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2006 5,237 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2006 5,237 miles

Floor brake test Neither brake control achieves an efficiency of 25% (3.3.C1b)

Floor brake test No brake control achieves an efficiency of 30%. (3.3.C1a)

Front Brake component has restricted free movement and operation is likely to be impeded (3.2.A1h)

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i)) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i)) DANGEROUS

Rear Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d) DANGEROUS

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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W283 XVE is a 2000 Suzuki GS500 in Black with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 55.6%.

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 W283 XVE, 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 W283 XVE registered?

W283 XVE is a 2000 Suzuki GS500, first registered on 1 June 2000.

Is W283 XVE safe to buy?

The MOT history for W283 XVE shows 9 tests with a 55.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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