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FP04 DAU

2004 Suzuki GS500

Black Petrol 487cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jul 2014
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

32,928 mi
Last recorded32,928 miles
Recorded on8 Jul 2013
Typical for 2004 Suzuki GS50015,962 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFP04 DAU
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS500
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine487cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Fail 8 Jul 2013 32,928 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 8 Jul 2013 32,928 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Fail 8 Jun 2013 32,926 miles

Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d)

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

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

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

Upper Rear suspension component loose (2.4.A.1a)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Lower Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Nearside Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

Offside Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

Oil leak

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

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

front brake binds slightly

front tyre tread getting low

oil on rear tyre

Pass 24 Mar 2012 27,587 miles
Fail 22 Mar 2012 27,581 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

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

Pass 8 Feb 2011 19,817 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2010 10,304 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2008 10,194 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2007 9,097 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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FP04 DAU is a 2004 Suzuki GS500 in Black with a 487cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 FP04 DAU, 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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What year was FP04 DAU registered?

FP04 DAU is a 2004 Suzuki GS500, first registered on 21 April 2004.

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