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CU04 KNV

2004 Suzuki GS500

Blue Petrol 487cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Nov 2020
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

57,314 mi
Last recorded57,314 miles
Recorded on14 May 2019
Typical for 2004 Suzuki GS50015,962 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCU04 KNV
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS500
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine487cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 14 May 2019 57,314 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2018 53,308 miles
Fail 25 Jun 2018 53,308 miles

Rear Brake disc fractured (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 5 Jul 2017 7,260 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2015 7,227 miles

slight chassis corrosion

Pass 12 Aug 2013 7,190 miles

Front Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

tyre under inflated

Pass 1 Aug 2012 6,965 miles
Fail 30 Jul 2012 6,963 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 14 Jul 2011 6,792 miles

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

Fail 14 Jul 2011 6,792 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

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

Pass 12 Jul 2010 6,560 miles

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

Pass 3 Jul 2009 6,313 miles
Fail 2 Jul 2009 6,313 miles

Brake performance not tested (3.3)

Front Brake lever is bent and the brake cannot be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 25 Jun 2008 5,759 miles
Fail 23 Jun 2008 5,745 miles

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

Pass 28 Jun 2007 4,313 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
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CU04 KNV 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 68.8%.

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 CU04 KNV, 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 CU04 KNV registered?

CU04 KNV is a 2004 Suzuki GS500, first registered on 21 June 2004.

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