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X477 UOW

2001 Suzuki GS500

Blue Petrol 487cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Oct 2013
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

42,488 mi
Last recorded42,488 miles
Recorded on2 Oct 2012
Typical for 2001 Suzuki GS50021,389 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX477 UOW
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS500
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine487cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Oct 2012 42,488 miles

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

Fail 2 Oct 2012 42,488 miles

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

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

Pass 30 Mar 2012 40,552 miles

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

Fail 30 Mar 2012 40,552 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

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

Pass 31 Mar 2011 35,416 miles

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

Pass 13 Apr 2010 29,848 miles

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

Pass 3 Apr 2009 25,925 miles

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

Fail 3 Apr 2009 25,925 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Mar 2008 11,959 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2006 9,000 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2005 8,577 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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X477 UOW is a 2001 Suzuki GS500 in Blue with a 487cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 X477 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 X477 UOW registered?

X477 UOW is a 2001 Suzuki GS500, first registered on 22 January 2001.

Is X477 UOW safe to buy?

The MOT history for X477 UOW shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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