Suzuki GS500F Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
Free Suzuki GS500F car check
Is the Suzuki GS500F reliable? We analysed 2,782 real MOT tests across 296 vehicles to find out.
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The Suzuki GS500F is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick, tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm and shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Suzuki GS500F.
Suzuki GS500F Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Suzuki GS500F. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Suzuki GS500F MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Suzuki GS500F to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Suzuki GS500F Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Suzuki GS500F fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Suzuki GS500F Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Suzuki GS500F owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Suzuki GS500F MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Suzuki GS500F year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 633 | 84.5% | 7,076 | 13,711 | 21,289 |
| 2007 | 550 | 85.3% | 4,973 | 12,361 | 22,657 |
| 2006 | 699 | 84.8% | 4,858 | 8,973 | 17,074 |
| 2005 | 597 | 82.1% | 6,404 | 11,631 | 22,073 |
| 2004 | 56 | 87.5% | 2,641 | 11,048 | 18,012 |
How Long Does a Suzuki GS500F Last?
Based on 296 Suzuki GS500F vehicles on UK roads.
Suzuki GS500F Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Suzuki GS500F MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.
Best Year to Buy a Used Suzuki GS500F
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
87.5% MOT pass rate from 56 tests
82.1% MOT pass rate from 597 tests
The best year to buy a used Suzuki GS500F is 2004, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 87.5% across 56 tests. The 2005 model year has the lowest pass rate at 82.1% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How Does the Suzuki GS500F Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Suzuki GS500F THIS CAR | 84.0% | 2,782 | 12,418 mi | 22 yrs |
| Suzuki Swift | 76.1% | 2,247,517 | 51,601 mi | 31 yrs |
| Suzuki Alto | 74% | 1,154,186 | 41,167 mi | 28 yrs |
| Suzuki Grand Vitara | 76.2% | 1,025,634 | 67,542 mi | 28 yrs |
| Renault Modus Oasis 16V | 77.1% | 938 | 75,322 mi | — yrs |
Compared to the Suzuki Swift (76.1% pass rate) and the Suzuki Alto (74.0% pass rate), the Suzuki GS500F outperforms both on MOT reliability.
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Check a specific Suzuki GS500FShould you buy a used Suzuki GS500F?
The Suzuki GS500F has an overall MOT pass rate of 84.0% across 2,782 real MOT tests — comfortably above the UK average, which puts it among the more reliable models on UK roads.
The most common problems on the Suzuki GS500F are brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (50 recorded failures), tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (41), and shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (29). These are the faults most likely to cause an MOT failure on this model, so check for them carefully on any test drive or pre-purchase inspection. Many are wear-and-tear items that can be budgeted for, but a car that's already failing on multiple fronts may signal neglected maintenance.
A typical Suzuki GS500F owner drives around 820 miles per year. If the car you're looking at is significantly above this, expect more wear on suspension, brakes and tyres. If it's well below, the vehicle may have been sitting unused — check for perished rubber, corroded discs and stale fluids.
In terms of longevity, most Suzuki GS500F models stay on UK roads for around 22 years — a strong showing that suggests solid build quality and readily available parts. If you're buying one that's already approaching that window, the data suggests it has plenty of life left provided it's been maintained.
Before committing to a purchase, we recommend running a full vehicle history check on the specific car. This will reveal any outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies that the seller may not disclose — and that the MOT data alone can't tell you.