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WU51 EAC

2001 Suzuki GS500

Yellow Petrol 487cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Jul 2026
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

37,659 mi
Last recorded37,659 miles
Recorded on18 Jul 2025
Typical for 2001 Suzuki GS50021,389 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWU51 EAC
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS500
Year2001
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine487cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Jul 2025 37,659 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2024 37,598 miles

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Road spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 20 Jul 2023 37,414 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2022 37,203 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2021 36,915 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2020 36,592 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Fail 17 Jul 2020 36,592 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 16 May 2019 36,317 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 11 May 2018 36,127 miles
Pass 12 May 2017 36,085 miles
Pass 13 May 2016 35,977 miles

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

Pass 8 May 2015 35,759 miles

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

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

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

Pass 16 May 2014 35,437 miles

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

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

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

Pass 8 May 2013 34,306 miles
Pass 4 May 2012 33,042 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2011 28,534 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Fail 30 Jan 2010 23,696 miles

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

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

Pass 30 Jan 2010 23,696 miles

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

Pass 6 Oct 2008 18,987 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2007 16,153 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Pass 21 Aug 2006 13,315 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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WU51 EAC is a 2001 Suzuki GS500 in Yellow with a 487cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

Across all 2001 Suzuki GS500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.4% with a typical mileage of 21,389 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 WU51 EAC, 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 25 years old, this Suzuki GS500 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was WU51 EAC registered?

WU51 EAC is a 2001 Suzuki GS500, first registered on 10 September 2001.

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