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DC54 ELH

2005 Suzuki GS500E

Blue Petrol 487cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Aug 2026
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

34,005 mi
Last recorded34,005 miles
Recorded on8 Aug 2025
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDC54 ELH
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS500E
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine487cc
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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 8 Aug 2025 34,005 miles

Direction indicator light intensity reduced All (4.4.3 (a))

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Fail 30 Jul 2025 33,910 miles

Front Tyre tread not clearly visible (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Direction indicator light intensity reduced All (4.4.3 (a))

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 31 Jul 2024 31,028 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2023 30,067 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2022 28,489 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 31 Jul 2021 27,093 miles

Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Headlamp converter fitted.

Fail 22 Jul 2021 27,001 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator with a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Nearside Front Direction indicator with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Direction indicator with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Jul 2020 24,899 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2018 24,844 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Headlight beam corrector fitted

Fail 14 Aug 2018 24,844 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Headlamp aim too far to the right Kick up to the right (4.1.2 (a))

Headlight beam corrector fitted

Pass 13 Jun 2017 22,403 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2017 22,276 miles

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

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

clutch lever end snapped off

How Reliable is the Suzuki GS500E?

Based on 2,277 MOT tests across 304 vehicles.

77.2%
Pass Rate
773
Miles/Year
37
Year Lifespan
304
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 90
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 41
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 41
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 40
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 39
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DC54 ELH is a 2005 Suzuki GS500E in Blue with a 487cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

The most common reason a Suzuki GS500E fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 90 recorded failures. If you're considering buying DC54 ELH, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki GS500E typically stays on UK roads for around 37 years. At 21 years old, this Suzuki GS500E is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was DC54 ELH registered?

DC54 ELH is a 2005 Suzuki GS500E, first registered on 31 December 2005.

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