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X388 KLY

2001 Suzuki GS500

Yellow Petrol 487cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 May 2026
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

31,047 mi
Last recorded31,047 miles
Recorded on23 May 2025
Typical for 2001 Suzuki GS50021,389 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX388 KLY
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS500
Year2001
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine487cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 May 2025 31,047 miles

Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Mar 2024 30,813 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2022 30,616 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2020 30,088 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Fail 19 Jun 2020 30,088 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Offside Front Footrest insecure (6.2.12 (a))

Pass 14 Jul 2018 28,891 miles

Rear Suspension pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Aug 2014 28,668 miles
Fail 4 Jun 2013 27,777 miles

Offside Front Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 4 Jun 2013 27,777 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2009 23,051 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2008 20,408 miles
Fail 14 Jan 2008 20,408 miles

All position lamps do not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

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

Handlebar deformed (2.1.1b)

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

Pass 3 Mar 2007 14,911 miles

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

Pass 31 Mar 2006 11,620 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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X388 KLY is a 2001 Suzuki GS500 in Yellow with a 487cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 X388 KLY, 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 X388 KLY registered?

X388 KLY is a 2001 Suzuki GS500, first registered on 14 February 2001.

Is X388 KLY safe to buy?

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