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CN54 DBX

2004 Suzuki GS500

Blue Petrol 487cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Dec 2019
Tests17 (10 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate58.8%

Mileage

46,278 mi
Last recorded46,278 miles
Recorded on12 Dec 2018
Typical for 2004 Suzuki GS50015,962 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCN54 DBX
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS500
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine487cc

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MOT History

10 pass 7 fail
Pass 12 Dec 2018 46,278 miles
Fail 16 Nov 2018 46,262 miles

Drive chain worn to excess (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

Rear Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 4 Nov 2017 44,315 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Fail 3 Nov 2017 44,309 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 18 Nov 2016 43,162 miles
Fail 18 Nov 2016 43,162 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 29 Dec 2015 42,309 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

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

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Fail 29 Dec 2015 42,309 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Front Brake disc(s) excessively worn (3.2.A1l)

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

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

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 25 Oct 2014 39,776 miles

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

Clutch lever shortened. (6.2.1g)

Pass 22 Jun 2013 34,202 miles

Clutch lever shortened. (6.2.1g)

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

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Fail 21 Jun 2013 34,197 miles

Headlamp insecure (1.2.3b)

Clutch lever shortened. (6.2.1g)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 19 Jun 2012 29,558 miles

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

Pass 2 Jun 2010 28,662 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2009 28,147 miles
Fail 27 Feb 2009 28,147 miles

Centre Front Brake component is fractured (3.1.5)

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

Pass 3 Jan 2008 21,081 miles
Fail 12 Dec 2007 20,755 miles

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

Front Headlamp aim not tested (1.6)

Front Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

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

Nearside Front Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

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

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
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CN54 DBX is a 2004 Suzuki GS500 in Blue with a 487cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 58.8%.

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 CN54 DBX, 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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CN54 DBX is a 2004 Suzuki GS500, first registered on 16 November 2004.

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