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X476 UOW

2001 Suzuki GS500

Blue Petrol 487cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Aug 2023
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

14,085 mi
Last recorded14,085 miles
Recorded on6 Aug 2022
Typical for 2001 Suzuki GS50021,389 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX476 UOW
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS500
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine487cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Aug 2022 14,085 miles

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

Pass 20 Aug 2021 13,459 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2020 13,405 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 5 Apr 2019 13,253 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2018 12,655 miles

Nearside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Offside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Fail 31 Mar 2018 12,655 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Nearside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Offside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 25 Apr 2017 12,358 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Fail 20 Apr 2017 12,358 miles

Rear Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii))

Front Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 16 Apr 2016 12,012 miles

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1b)

front and rear tyres have slight perishing on sidewalls

Pass 22 Apr 2015 10,944 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2015 10,944 miles

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Pass 31 Jan 2011 10,809 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2010 10,349 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2009 9,275 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2008 8,908 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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X476 UOW is a 2001 Suzuki GS500 in Blue with a 487cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 X476 UOW, 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 X476 UOW registered?

X476 UOW is a 2001 Suzuki GS500, first registered on 22 January 2001.

Is X476 UOW safe to buy?

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