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FV06 DZW

2006 Suzuki GS500F

Black Petrol 487cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Nov 2017
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

23,261 mi
Last recorded23,261 miles
Recorded on24 Oct 2016
Typical for 2006 Suzuki GS500F8,973 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFV06 DZW
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS500F
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine487cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Oct 2016 23,261 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2015 20,786 miles

Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Rear Motorcycle structure slightly corroded swingarm area (6.1.1a)

Rear top box loose on fixings

Pass 23 Oct 2014 17,766 miles

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

Pass 2 Nov 2013 16,363 miles

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

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

Fail 25 Oct 2013 16,307 miles

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Nearside Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Offside Front Direction indicator insecure (1.5.3b)

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

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

Pass 27 Oct 2012 12,238 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2011 8,007 miles
Fail 5 Nov 2011 7,992 miles

Registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

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

Pass 22 Oct 2010 7,948 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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FV06 DZW is a 2006 Suzuki GS500F in Black with a 487cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 2006 Suzuki GS500F models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.8% with a typical mileage of 8,973 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 FV06 DZW, 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 20 years old, this Suzuki GS500F is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was FV06 DZW registered?

FV06 DZW is a 2006 Suzuki GS500F, first registered on 26 June 2006.

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The MOT history for FV06 DZW shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does FV06 DZW have outstanding finance?

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