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FG55 ZJK

2005 Suzuki Gs 500 FK5

Black Petrol 487cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 May 2025
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

88,489 mi
Last recorded88,489 miles
Recorded on1 Jun 2024
Typical for 2005 Suzuki Gs 500 FK513,464 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFG55 ZJK
MakeSuzuki
ModelGs 500 FK5
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine487cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 1 Jun 2024 88,489 miles

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

Front fairing secure but damaged.

Nearside Non obligatory mirror damaged ()

Fail 1 Jun 2024 88,487 miles

Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Front Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

Front fairing secure but damaged.

Nearside Non obligatory mirror damaged ()

Pass 1 Jun 2023 79,439 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2022 73,060 miles

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

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 5 Aug 2021 58,265 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2020 38,361 miles
Fail 17 Aug 2020 38,361 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Handlebar grip insecure to handlebar (2.2.1 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 25 Jul 2019 23,886 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2018 21,551 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2017 18,380 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2016 17,954 miles

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 30 Aug 2014 17,822 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Pass 24 Aug 2013 16,107 miles

Nearside Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 16 Aug 2012 14,384 miles
Fail 14 Aug 2012 14,384 miles

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 11 Aug 2011 11,366 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Gear lever loose on shaft.

Pass 22 Jul 2010 5,369 miles
Fail 20 Jul 2010 5,354 miles

Nearside Rear Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

links of drive chain has tight seezed links

Pass 12 Jun 2009 14 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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FG55 ZJK is a 2005 Suzuki Gs 500 FK5 in Black with a 487cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

Across all 2005 Suzuki Gs 500 FK5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.1% with a typical mileage of 13,464 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 FG55 ZJK, 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 21 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 FG55 ZJK registered?

FG55 ZJK is a 2005 Suzuki Gs 500 FK5, first registered on 1 December 2005.

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