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EN54 HLY

2004 Suzuki GS500

Blue Petrol 487cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Mar 2026
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

38,388 mi
Last recorded38,388 miles
Recorded on14 Mar 2025
Typical for 2004 Suzuki GS50015,962 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEN54 HLY
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS500
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine487cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 Mar 2025 38,388 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Suspension pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement Slight up & down play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 13 Mar 2025 38,388 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Registration plate incorrect No L/H margin - GB Sticker (0.1 (c))

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Suspension pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement Slight up & down play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Oct 2022 38,062 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2021 37,474 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2020 36,266 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2019 35,227 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2018 34,227 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2017 33,326 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2016 32,064 miles

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Pass 23 Sep 2015 31,074 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2014 30,096 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2013 25,726 miles

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

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 16 Apr 2013 20,659 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Nail in rear tyre

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

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

Fail 16 Apr 2013 20,659 miles

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

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Nail in rear tyre

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

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

Pass 11 Apr 2012 15,707 miles

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Pass 28 Apr 2011 9,299 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2010 9,078 miles

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

Fail 26 Feb 2010 9,078 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

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

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 25 Feb 2009 8,071 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2008 7,604 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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EN54 HLY is a 2004 Suzuki GS500 in Blue with a 487cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 EN54 HLY, 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 EN54 HLY registered?

EN54 HLY is a 2004 Suzuki GS500, first registered on 20 December 2004.

Is EN54 HLY safe to buy?

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