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FN53 HBH

2004 Suzuki GS500

Black Petrol 487cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Sep 2020
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

33,887 mi
Last recorded33,887 miles
Recorded on30 Aug 2019
Typical for 2004 Suzuki GS50015,962 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFN53 HBH
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS500
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine487cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Aug 2019 33,887 miles

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

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

Pass 7 Sep 2018 33,133 miles

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

Fail 14 Aug 2018 33,129 miles

Rear Drive chain excessively loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.1.7 (c) (i))

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

Front Exhaust silencer likely to become detached (8.1.1 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 22 Aug 2017 32,171 miles

Front Brake lever is damaged but the brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Front Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

Pass 27 Jul 2016 31,022 miles

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

Pass 21 Jul 2015 29,527 miles

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

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

Pass 15 Jul 2014 27,238 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2013 25,669 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2012 23,326 miles

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

Pass 5 Jul 2011 21,787 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2010 19,482 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2009 17,393 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2008 15,184 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 25 Jul 2007 13,465 miles

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Pass 6 Jan 2007 12,615 miles

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Fail 6 Jan 2007 12,615 miles

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

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

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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FN53 HBH is a 2004 Suzuki GS500 in Black with a 487cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 FN53 HBH, 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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FN53 HBH is a 2004 Suzuki GS500, first registered on 16 January 2004.

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