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CE54 MTF

2004 Suzuki GS500

Blue Petrol 487cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Mar 2017
Tests16 (9 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate56.3%

Mileage

18,483 mi
Last recorded18,483 miles
Recorded on10 Mar 2016
Typical for 2004 Suzuki GS50015,962 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCE54 MTF
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS500
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine487cc

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MOT History

9 pass 7 fail
Pass 10 Mar 2016 18,483 miles

Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Rear nail

Fail 8 Mar 2016 18,483 miles

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

Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Rear nail

Pass 3 Mar 2015 16,953 miles

Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Fail 3 Mar 2015 16,949 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 5 Mar 2014 15,277 miles
Fail 4 Mar 2014 15,276 miles

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

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

Pass 12 Feb 2013 13,208 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Fail 9 Feb 2013 13,208 miles

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

Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Pass 10 Feb 2012 11,086 miles
Fail 9 Feb 2012 11,086 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a) DANGEROUS

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

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

rack insecure

Pass 17 Feb 2011 8,614 miles

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1a)

Fail 17 Feb 2011 8,613 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1a)

Pass 24 Feb 2010 5,677 miles
Fail 23 Feb 2010 5,677 miles

Brake performance not tested (3.3)

Offside Rear Direction indicator insecure (1.5.3b)

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

Roller brake test Neither brake control achieves an efficiency of 25% (3.3.A2b)

Roller brake test No brake control achieves an efficiency of 30%. (3.3.A2a)

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d) DANGEROUS

Pass 18 Mar 2009 3,075 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2008 1,106 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
Full Suzuki GS500 reliability report

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CE54 MTF is a 2004 Suzuki GS500 in Blue with a 487cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 56.3%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 CE54 MTF, 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 CE54 MTF registered?

CE54 MTF is a 2004 Suzuki GS500, first registered on 28 September 2004.

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