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CU04 LXR

2004 Suzuki GS500

Black Petrol 487cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Oct 2020
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

40,220 mi
Last recorded40,220 miles
Recorded on12 Oct 2019
Typical for 2004 Suzuki GS50015,962 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCU04 LXR
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS500
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine487cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Oct 2019 40,220 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2017 40,024 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2016 37,312 miles

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Fail 10 Mar 2016 37,310 miles

Front Brake lever mounting insecure (3.1.2a)

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

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Fail 19 Feb 2016 37,289 miles

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

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil both seals leaking (2.3.3)

Handlebar deformed (2.1.1b)

Steering control fouling between components which interferes with the free movement of the steering front brake lever making contact with fairing (2.1.2a)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 11 Feb 2015 28,781 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

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

Pass 14 Feb 2014 24,022 miles

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

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

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

Pass 22 Feb 2013 19,928 miles

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

Fail 27 Oct 2008 16,720 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

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

Pass 27 Oct 2008 16,720 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Pass 30 Oct 2007 15,228 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

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

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 LXR is a 2004 Suzuki GS500 in Black with a 487cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 LXR, 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 LXR registered?

CU04 LXR is a 2004 Suzuki GS500, first registered on 29 July 2004.

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