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FN04 JPX

2004 Suzuki GS500

Black Petrol 487cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jan 2026
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

31,526 mi
Last recorded31,526 miles
Recorded on23 Dec 2024
Typical for 2004 Suzuki GS50015,962 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFN04 JPX
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS500
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine487cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Dec 2024 31,526 miles
Fail 10 Dec 2024 31,522 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Pass 5 Jan 2024 30,941 miles

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

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

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 1 Feb 2023 29,839 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 22 Jan 2022 29,747 miles

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

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 29 Jan 2021 29,744 miles

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

Pass 15 Feb 2020 29,740 miles

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

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

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 30 Mar 2019 29,574 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2018 29,325 miles

Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

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

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

Rear suspension component slightly corroded. swing arm (2.4.A.1a)

Pass 13 Mar 2017 28,935 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2016 28,788 miles

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

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

Pass 27 May 2015 28,543 miles

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

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1b)

Fail 25 Mar 2015 28,500 miles

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1b)

Pass 5 Mar 2014 28,029 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Steering control chaffing between components and not interfering with free movement of steering (2.1.2a)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 28 Mar 2013 25,467 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Pass 12 Mar 2012 24,112 miles

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

Steering control has reduced clearance at full lock not affecting the riders operation of the controls (2.1.2b)

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1b)

Pass 4 Apr 2011 22,601 miles

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

Fail 4 Apr 2011 22,601 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

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

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

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

Pass 29 Mar 2010 17,880 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2008 6,636 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2007 5,518 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 JPX is a 2004 Suzuki GS500 in Black with a 487cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 FN04 JPX, 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 JPX is a 2004 Suzuki GS500, first registered on 16 April 2004.

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