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EY04 FMD

2004 Suzuki GS500

Blue Petrol 487cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Feb 2023
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

23,412 mi
Last recorded23,412 miles
Recorded on22 Feb 2022
Typical for 2004 Suzuki GS50015,962 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEY04 FMD
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS500
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine487cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 22 Feb 2022 23,412 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 13 Mar 2021 22,580 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2020 20,635 miles

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Fail 7 Mar 2020 20,635 miles

Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Rear Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motorcycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 8 Mar 2019 18,787 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 1 Mar 2018 16,056 miles
Fail 1 Mar 2018 16,056 miles

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

Pass 29 Mar 2017 15,820 miles

Rear position lamp damaged but function not impaired (1.1.1b)

Fail 27 Mar 2017 15,798 miles

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil right fork leg (2.3.3)

Rear position lamp damaged but function not impaired (1.1.1b)

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

Pass 31 Mar 2016 14,474 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2015 13,395 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2013 10,533 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2012 7,278 miles
Pass 22 May 2010 7,030 miles
Fail 22 May 2010 7,030 miles

Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f) DANGEROUS

Pass 22 Feb 2008 616 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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EY04 FMD 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 75%.

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 EY04 FMD, 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 EY04 FMD registered?

EY04 FMD is a 2004 Suzuki GS500, first registered on 22 July 2004.

Is EY04 FMD safe to buy?

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