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FN55 YSX

2005 Suzuki GS500F

Blue Petrol 487cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jun 2026
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

21,359 mi
Last recorded21,359 miles
Recorded on26 Jun 2025
Typical for 2005 Suzuki GS500F11,631 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFN55 YSX
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS500F
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine487cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 26 Jun 2025 21,359 miles
Pass 9 May 2024 20,598 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2023 20,455 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2022 19,672 miles
Pass 8 May 2020 30,814 miles

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 29 Apr 2017 30,169 miles

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

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

Fail 21 Apr 2017 30,152 miles

Direction indicators flashing more than 120 times per minute all (1.5.1c)

Nearside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

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

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

Pass 16 Dec 2014 21,063 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2013 15,024 miles
Fail 18 Dec 2013 15,024 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 13 Apr 2013 13,057 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

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

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

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

Fail 13 Apr 2012 9,981 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

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

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 13 Apr 2012 9,981 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 9 Apr 2011 7,416 miles
Fail 9 Apr 2011 7,416 miles

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 15 Apr 2010 5,759 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2009 4,409 miles

How Reliable is the Suzuki GS500F?

Based on 2,782 MOT tests across 296 vehicles.

84.0%
Pass Rate
820
Miles/Year
22
Year Lifespan
296
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 50
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 41
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 29
Drive chain excessively loose 25
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 22
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FN55 YSX is a 2005 Suzuki GS500F in Blue with a 487cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

Across all 2005 Suzuki GS500F models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.1% with a typical mileage of 11,631 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 GS500F fails its MOT is brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick, accounting for 50 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FN55 YSX, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki GS500F typically stays on UK roads for around 22 years. At 21 years old, this Suzuki GS500F is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was FN55 YSX registered?

FN55 YSX is a 2005 Suzuki GS500F, first registered on 28 September 2005.

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The MOT history for FN55 YSX shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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