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X482 UOW

2001 Suzuki GS500

White Petrol 487cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Jun 2019
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

34,462 mi
Last recorded34,462 miles
Recorded on22 Jun 2018
Typical for 2001 Suzuki GS50021,389 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX482 UOW
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS500
Year2001
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine487cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 22 Jun 2018 34,462 miles
Fail 22 Jun 2018 34,462 miles

Front Brake disc contaminated (1.1.14 (b))

Front Brake pad(s) contaminated (1.1.13 (b))

Fail 24 Aug 2012

Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.6)

Pass 24 Aug 2012
Pass 22 Jun 2010 86,995 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2009 81,466 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2008 74,013 miles

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

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

Fail 10 Jul 2008 74,013 miles

Nearside Rear Footrest missing (6.2.1a)

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

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

Pass 21 Jun 2007 69,704 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2007 69,704 miles

Offside Rear Footrest missing (6.2.1a)

Pass 23 Mar 2006 15,481 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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X482 UOW is a 2001 Suzuki GS500 in White with a 487cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 X482 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 X482 UOW registered?

X482 UOW is a 2001 Suzuki GS500, first registered on 22 January 2001.

Is X482 UOW safe to buy?

The MOT history for X482 UOW shows 11 tests with a 63.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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