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BT05 EXJ

2005 Suzuki GS500F

Blue Petrol 487cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Aug 2026
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

21,758 mi
Last recorded21,758 miles
Recorded on30 Aug 2025
Typical for 2005 Suzuki GS500F11,631 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBT05 EXJ
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS500F
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine487cc
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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Aug 2025 21,758 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2024 17,029 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2021 16,185 miles

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

Rear Suspension corroded but not seriously weakened rear swing arm corroded and rusty (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Pass 6 Sep 2017 15,849 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

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

Pass 25 Aug 2016 15,256 miles

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

Pass 5 Sep 2015 10,705 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2014 9,899 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2013 9,873 miles
Fail 13 Oct 2012 9,721 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 13 Oct 2012 9,721 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2011 9,561 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2010 9,404 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2009 7,738 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2009 7,711 miles

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

Pass 25 Jun 2008 7,613 miles

How Reliable is the Suzuki GS500F?

Based on 2,782 MOT tests across 296 vehicles.

84.0%
Pass Rate
820
Miles/Year
22
Year Lifespan
296
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 50
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 41
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 29
Drive chain excessively loose 25
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 22
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BT05 EXJ is a 2005 Suzuki GS500F in Blue with a 487cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

Across all 2005 Suzuki GS500F models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.1% with a typical mileage of 11,631 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Suzuki GS500F fails its MOT is brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick, accounting for 50 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BT05 EXJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki GS500F typically stays on UK roads for around 22 years. At 21 years old, this Suzuki GS500F is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was BT05 EXJ registered?

BT05 EXJ is a 2005 Suzuki GS500F, first registered on 27 June 2005.

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