MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
36,302 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Forks deformed but serviceable (2.2.2 (d) (i))
Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))
Rear Nail in tyre ()
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))
Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))
Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))
Rear Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))
Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS
Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))
Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))
Rear Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))
Rear Brake disc(s) excessively scored (3.2.A1l)
Rear Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii)) DANGEROUS
Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)
Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))
Headlamp aim too low (1.6)
How Reliable is the Suzuki Gs 500 K5?
Based on 1,714 MOT tests across 159 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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BG55 VTJ is a 2005 Suzuki Gs 500 K5 in Blue with a 487cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.
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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.
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 BG55 VTJ, 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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How do I check the history of BG55 VTJ?
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What year was BG55 VTJ registered?
BG55 VTJ is a 2005 Suzuki Gs 500 K5, first registered on 9 December 2005.
Is BG55 VTJ safe to buy?
The MOT history for BG55 VTJ shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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