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X257 AFO

2001 Suzuki GS500

Yellow Petrol 487cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jun 2025
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

21,934 mi
Last recorded21,934 miles
Recorded on20 Jun 2024
Typical for 2001 Suzuki GS50021,389 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX257 AFO
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS500
Year2001
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine487cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 20 Jun 2024 21,934 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2024 21,934 miles

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 19 Feb 2022 19,328 miles
Fail 19 Feb 2022 19,328 miles

Rear Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 5 Mar 2021 17,688 miles

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 25 Jun 2019 16,500 miles
Fail 25 Jun 2019 16,500 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 20 Jun 2018 16,072 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2018 16,072 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 16 Jun 2017 15,845 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2017 15,845 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 2 Jun 2016 15,003 miles
Pass 30 May 2015 14,416 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2014 13,850 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2013 13,521 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2012 13,083 miles
Pass 13 May 2011 12,500 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

front brake slight binding

Pass 10 Dec 2008 12,108 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 30 Nov 2007 8,968 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2006 5,636 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2006 5,247 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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X257 AFO 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 76.2%.

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 X257 AFO, 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 X257 AFO registered?

X257 AFO is a 2001 Suzuki GS500, first registered on 1 February 2001.

Is X257 AFO safe to buy?

The MOT history for X257 AFO shows 21 tests with a 76.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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