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BT56 FOM

2006 Suzuki Gs 500 K5

Black Petrol 487cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Feb 2018
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

37,690 mi
Last recorded37,690 miles
Recorded on11 Jan 2017
Typical for 2006 Suzuki Gs 500 K519,353 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBT56 FOM
MakeSuzuki
ModelGs 500 K5
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine487cc
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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Jan 2017 37,690 miles
Fail 10 Jan 2017 37,690 miles

Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Pass 26 Jan 2016 34,343 miles

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

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

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

Pass 27 Jan 2015 32,293 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2014 31,129 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2013 30,205 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2012 26,881 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2011 21,963 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2010 20,008 miles

How Reliable is the Suzuki Gs 500 K5?

Based on 1,714 MOT tests across 159 vehicles.

83.8%
Pass Rate
1,188
Miles/Year
21
Year Lifespan
159
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 28
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 15
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 11
Drive chain worn to excess 9
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 8
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BT56 FOM is a 2006 Suzuki Gs 500 K5 in Black with a 487cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 2006 Suzuki Gs 500 K5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.4% with a typical mileage of 19,353 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 BT56 FOM, 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 20 years old, this Suzuki Gs 500 K5 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was BT56 FOM registered?

BT56 FOM is a 2006 Suzuki Gs 500 K5, first registered on 28 December 2006.

Is BT56 FOM safe to buy?

The MOT history for BT56 FOM shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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