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AY54 FVO

2004 Suzuki GS500

Black Petrol 487cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Mar 2026
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

28,701 mi
Last recorded28,701 miles
Recorded on27 Feb 2025
Typical for 2004 Suzuki GS50015,962 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAY54 FVO
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS500
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine487cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Feb 2025 28,701 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2024 26,757 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2023 24,919 miles
Fail 24 Feb 2023 24,919 miles

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 25 Feb 2022 23,605 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2021 22,481 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2020 20,372 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2020 20,360 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))

Pass 28 Jan 2019 16,805 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Fail 28 Jan 2019 16,805 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 3 Feb 2018 12,553 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2017 10,750 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2015 9,447 miles

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

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

Pass 6 Aug 2014 5,554 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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AY54 FVO is a 2004 Suzuki GS500 in Black with a 487cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 AY54 FVO, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AY54 FVO registered?

AY54 FVO is a 2004 Suzuki GS500, first registered on 29 November 2004.

Is AY54 FVO safe to buy?

The MOT history for AY54 FVO shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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