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AY53 HCU

2004 Suzuki GS500

Black Petrol 487cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jun 2023
Tests13 (13 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

35,404 mi
Last recorded35,404 miles
Recorded on9 Jun 2022
Typical for 2004 Suzuki GS50015,962 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAY53 HCU
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS500
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine487cc

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MOT History

13 pass
Pass 9 Jun 2022 35,404 miles

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

Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 23 Dec 2020 35,371 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2019 35,317 miles

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

Pass 12 Jun 2018 35,276 miles

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

steering slightly notchy

Pass 19 Jun 2017 34,991 miles

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 9 Jul 2015 34,972 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2015 34,440 miles

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 18 Mar 2014 28,519 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 18 Mar 2013 25,385 miles

Rear Lower Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 26 Mar 2012 23,779 miles

Rear Lower Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 6 Mar 2009 22,903 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2008 19,729 miles

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

Pass 12 Apr 2007 19,432 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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AY53 HCU is a 2004 Suzuki GS500 in Black with a 487cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2004 Suzuki GS500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.3% with a typical mileage of 15,962 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 AY53 HCU, 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 22 years old, this Suzuki GS500 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was AY53 HCU registered?

AY53 HCU is a 2004 Suzuki GS500, first registered on 2 January 2004.

Is AY53 HCU safe to buy?

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