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BU05 RBO

2005 Suzuki Gs 500 FK5

Blue Petrol 487cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Aug 2017
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

37,891 mi
Last recorded37,891 miles
Recorded on6 Aug 2016
Typical for 2005 Suzuki Gs 500 FK513,464 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU05 RBO
MakeSuzuki
ModelGs 500 FK5
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine487cc
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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Aug 2016 37,891 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2015 35,475 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2014 30,185 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2013 22,122 miles
Fail 8 Aug 2013 22,122 miles

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

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Pass 9 Aug 2012 12,133 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2011 11,041 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2010 9,727 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2009 7,784 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2008 6,340 miles

How Reliable is the Suzuki Gs 500 FK5?

Based on 2,076 MOT tests across 190 vehicles.

83.0%
Pass Rate
975
Miles/Year
21
Year Lifespan
190
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 36
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 29
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 20
Drive chain excessively loose 15
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 12
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BU05 RBO is a 2005 Suzuki Gs 500 FK5 in Blue with a 487cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

Across all 2005 Suzuki Gs 500 FK5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.1% with a typical mileage of 13,464 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Suzuki Gs 500 FK5 fails its MOT is brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick, accounting for 36 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BU05 RBO, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki Gs 500 FK5 typically stays on UK roads for around 21 years. At 21 years old, this Suzuki Gs 500 FK5 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was BU05 RBO registered?

BU05 RBO is a 2005 Suzuki Gs 500 FK5, first registered on 12 July 2005.

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