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EX06 XAT

2006 Suzuki Gs 500 FK5

Black Petrol 487cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Oct 2018
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

11,034 mi
Last recorded11,034 miles
Recorded on20 Oct 2017
Typical for 2006 Suzuki Gs 500 FK513,194 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEX06 XAT
MakeSuzuki
ModelGs 500 FK5
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine487cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Oct 2017 11,034 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Offside Front indicator assembly loose

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1a)

Fail 10 Oct 2017 11,034 miles

Handlebar deformed (2.1.1b)

Rear suspension fouling which affects the movement of the rear suspension exhaust muffler bent inwards and fouls rear caliper & swingarm (2.4.A.3a)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Offside Front indicator assembly loose

Offside Non obligatory mirror damaged ()

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1a)

Pass 14 Sep 2016 7,163 miles

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

Pass 5 Oct 2015 7,162 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2011 7,158 miles

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

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

Fail 21 Jul 2010 5,483 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 21 Jul 2010 5,483 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2009 3,926 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2009 2,974 miles

How Reliable is the Suzuki Gs 500 FK5?

Based on 2,076 MOT tests across 190 vehicles.

83.0%
Pass Rate
975
Miles/Year
21
Year Lifespan
190
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 36
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 29
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 20
Drive chain excessively loose 15
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 12
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EX06 XAT is a 2006 Suzuki Gs 500 FK5 in Black with a 487cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 2006 Suzuki Gs 500 FK5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.1% with a typical mileage of 13,194 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 Gs 500 FK5 fails its MOT is brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick, accounting for 36 recorded failures. If you're considering buying EX06 XAT, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki Gs 500 FK5 typically stays on UK roads for around 21 years. At 20 years old, this Suzuki Gs 500 FK5 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was EX06 XAT registered?

EX06 XAT is a 2006 Suzuki Gs 500 FK5, first registered on 7 March 2006.

Is EX06 XAT safe to buy?

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