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FN04 JHH

2004 Suzuki GS500

White Petrol 487cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Sep 2026
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

38,582 mi
Last recorded38,582 miles
Recorded on1 Oct 2025
Typical for 2004 Suzuki GS50015,962 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFN04 JHH
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS500
Year2004
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine487cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 1 Oct 2025 38,582 miles

Suspension pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement swing arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Feb 2023 38,541 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 28 Feb 2023 38,541 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 26 Jan 2022 38,463 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Front brake pads slightly deteriorated

Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 18 May 2019 38,448 miles

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

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

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 31 Aug 2017 38,404 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 12 Aug 2016 37,993 miles

Exhaust mounting deteriorated. (7.1.1.c)

Fail 9 Aug 2016 37,950 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Exhaust mounting deteriorated. (7.1.1.c)

Fail 19 May 2015 31,338 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Offside Rear Footrest missing (6.2.1a)

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

Pass 19 May 2015 31,338 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

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

Pass 13 May 2014 27,372 miles

ONE REAR LIGHT BULB NOT WORKING

Fail 12 May 2014 27,350 miles

Brake reaction bracket securing bolt(s) loose (3.2.A1j)

Front Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)

Front Floor brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.C2c)

ONE REAR LIGHT BULB NOT WORKING

Pass 20 May 2013 23,164 miles

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

Pass 5 May 2012 18,792 miles

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

Pass 6 May 2011 15,500 miles

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

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

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

Pass 7 May 2010 12,563 miles
Fail 7 May 2010 12,563 miles

Front Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii))

Pass 18 Apr 2009 10,007 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2008 9,560 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2007 5,830 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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FN04 JHH is a 2004 Suzuki GS500 in White with a 487cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 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 FN04 JHH, 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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FN04 JHH is a 2004 Suzuki GS500, first registered on 1 May 2004.

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