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W308 CTW

2000 Suzuki GS500

Blue Petrol 487cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jun 2019
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

36,358 mi
Last recorded36,358 miles
Recorded on29 Jun 2018
Typical for 2000 Suzuki GS50023,788 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW308 CTW
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS500
Year2000
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine487cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Jun 2018 36,358 miles

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

Fail 29 Jun 2018 36,346 miles

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

Pass 21 Jun 2016 36,179 miles

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

Nail in rear tyre

Oil leak from engine

Pass 24 Jun 2015 35,682 miles

Rear Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 30 Jun 2014 35,362 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Fail 18 Dec 2012 33,677 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 18 Dec 2012 33,677 miles

Rear Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 21 Dec 2011 29,675 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

Pass 1 May 2010 29,555 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Pass 1 May 2009 28,963 miles

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

Pass 7 May 2008 32,335 miles
Fail 7 May 2008 25,323 miles

Nearside Rear Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the steering (2.5.1)

Pass 10 May 2007 16,470 miles

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

Pass 4 May 2006 12,737 miles

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.

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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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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