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WX51 UJN

2001 Suzuki GS500

White Petrol 487cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jul 2016
Tests13 (8 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate61.5%

Mileage

58,306 mi
Last recorded58,306 miles
Recorded on15 Jul 2015
Typical for 2001 Suzuki GS50021,389 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWX51 UJN
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS500
Year2001
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine487cc

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MOT History

8 pass 5 fail
Pass 15 Jul 2015 58,306 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2013 58,074 miles
Fail 9 Mar 2013 58,071 miles

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

Pass 27 Oct 2011 5,804 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2010 54,671 miles
Fail 15 Jul 2010 54,661 miles

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

Pass 15 Jul 2009 51,488 miles

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

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Fail 13 Jul 2009 51,488 miles

Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 12 Jul 2008 48,531 miles

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

Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Fail 10 Jul 2008 48,515 miles

Front Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

Offside Front Handlebar deformed (2.1.1b)

Throttle has a significant change in engine speed whilst moving the steering from lock to lock (2.1.4)

Brake pedal has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b) DANGEROUS

Stop lamp does not emit a steady light (1.3.1b) DANGEROUS

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

Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Pass 13 Jul 2007 43,299 miles
Fail 12 Jul 2007 43,299 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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

Nearside Rear Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

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

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

Pass 26 Jul 2006 32,280 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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WX51 UJN is a 2001 Suzuki GS500 in White with a 487cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.5%.

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 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 WX51 UJN, 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.

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What year was WX51 UJN registered?

WX51 UJN is a 2001 Suzuki GS500, first registered on 3 October 2001.

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