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C5 HCR

2005 Suzuki Gs 500 K5

Blue Petrol 487cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jun 2026
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

5,390 mi
Last recorded5,390 miles
Recorded on17 Jun 2025
Typical for 2005 Suzuki Gs 500 K516,613 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC5 HCR
MakeSuzuki
ModelGs 500 K5
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine487cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Jun 2025 5,390 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2024 5,326 miles

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

Pass 28 Apr 2023 5,314 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2022 5,120 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2021 4,861 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2020 4,589 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2019 4,304 miles

rear tyre showing signs of aging to side walls

Pass 10 Apr 2018 4,047 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2017 3,628 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Fail 20 Apr 2017 3,628 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 25 Apr 2016 3,425 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2015 3,058 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2014 2,571 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2012 1,752 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2011 1,434 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2010 1,081 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2009 469 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2009 431 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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C5 HCR is a 2005 Suzuki Gs 500 K5 in Blue with a 487cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 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 C5 HCR, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was C5 HCR registered?

C5 HCR is a 2005 Suzuki Gs 500 K5, first registered on 22 November 2005.

Is C5 HCR safe to buy?

The MOT history for C5 HCR shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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