MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
36,358 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
Nearside bar end loose
Rear Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
main beam tell tale not working
speedo not illuminating
Brake performance not tested (1.2.1 (g))
Rear Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.4 (a))
Front Brake pad(s) incorrectly mounted (1.1.13 (c)) DANGEROUS
Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
Indicator tell tale inoperative (4.9.1 (a) (i))
Nearside bar end loose
Rear Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
main beam tell tale not working
speedo not illuminating
Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)
Nail in rear tyre
Oil leak from engine
Rear Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)
Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)
Headlamp aim too high (1.6)
Rear Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)
Rear Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)
Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly juddering brake (3.3.A1b)
Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)
Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)
Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly juddering brake (3.3.A1b)
Nearside Rear Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)
Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the steering (2.5.1)
Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))
Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)
How Reliable is the Suzuki GS500?
Based on 55,003 MOT tests across 6,013 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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W308 CTW is a 2000 Suzuki GS500 in Blue with a 487cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.
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 W308 CTW, 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 W308 CTW registered?
W308 CTW is a 2000 Suzuki GS500, first registered on 1 April 2000.
Is W308 CTW safe to buy?
The MOT history for W308 CTW shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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