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BP04 ZTE

2004 Suzuki GS500

Black Petrol 487cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Sep 2022
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

7,933 mi
Last recorded7,933 miles
Recorded on3 Sep 2021
Typical for 2004 Suzuki GS50015,962 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBP04 ZTE
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS500
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine487cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Sep 2021 7,933 miles

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

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 2 Sep 2021 7,912 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

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

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 29 Jan 2020 7,128 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2019 5,655 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 29 Mar 2018 5,624 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2017 2,863 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2014 2,664 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Pass 7 Aug 2013 1,951 miles
Fail 7 Aug 2013 1,951 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 23 Jun 2010 1,909 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2009 1,655 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2008 1,203 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2007 1,105 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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BP04 ZTE 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 84.6%.

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 BP04 ZTE, 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 BP04 ZTE registered?

BP04 ZTE is a 2004 Suzuki GS500, first registered on 9 July 2004.

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