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AP05 PHO

2005 Suzuki Gs 500 K5

Black Petrol 487cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 May 2027
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

28,078 mi
Last recorded28,078 miles
Recorded on27 May 2026
Typical for 2005 Suzuki Gs 500 K516,613 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAP05 PHO
MakeSuzuki
ModelGs 500 K5
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine487cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 May 2026 28,078 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2025 18,548 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2024 16,605 miles
Fail 14 Mar 2024 16,604 miles

Brake pad(s) contaminated front brake pads contaminated with fork oil (1.1.13 (b))

Drive chain sprocket worn to excess front and rear sprockets worn (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Drive chain worn to excess drive chain excessively worn (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak r/h fork seal leaking (5.3.2 (b))

Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit rear brake pads 2mm (1.1.13 (a))

Shock absorber has a light misting of oil l/h fork seal misting (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 26 Oct 2022 15,145 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2021 14,211 miles

Indicator switch insecure (4.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Nov 2020 12,108 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2019 10,946 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2018 9,787 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2017 8,432 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2016 7,083 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 7 Jul 2015 5,626 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2014 4,676 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2013 4,396 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2012 3,838 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2012 3,706 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2011 2,874 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2010 2,282 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2009 2,247 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2008 1,767 miles

How Reliable is the Suzuki Gs 500 K5?

Based on 1,714 MOT tests across 159 vehicles.

83.8%
Pass Rate
1,188
Miles/Year
21
Year Lifespan
159
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 28
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 15
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 11
Drive chain worn to excess 9
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 8
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AP05 PHO is a 2005 Suzuki Gs 500 K5 in Black with a 487cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

Across all 2005 Suzuki Gs 500 K5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.0% with a typical mileage of 16,613 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Suzuki Gs 500 K5 fails its MOT is brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick, accounting for 28 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AP05 PHO, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki Gs 500 K5 typically stays on UK roads for around 21 years. At 21 years old, this Suzuki Gs 500 K5 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was AP05 PHO registered?

AP05 PHO is a 2005 Suzuki Gs 500 K5, first registered on 5 August 2005.

Is AP05 PHO safe to buy?

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