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GF05 POU

2005 Suzuki GS500F

Black Petrol 487cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Feb 2023
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

58,185 mi
Last recorded58,185 miles
Recorded on12 Feb 2022
Typical for 2005 Suzuki GS500F11,631 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGF05 POU
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS500F
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine487cc
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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Feb 2022 58,185 miles

Central Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

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

Fail 4 Feb 2022 58,183 miles

Central Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Central Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Central Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 16 Feb 2021 54,445 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2015 54,386 miles
Fail 28 Aug 2015 54,386 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 13 Jun 2014 50,981 miles

Rear Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

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

Pass 22 Jun 2013 45,045 miles

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

Pass 31 May 2012 39,797 miles

Rear Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 21 Jun 2011 37,272 miles

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

Rear Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 24 Jun 2010 32,212 miles
Fail 19 Jun 2010 32,212 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 20 Jun 2009 26,144 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2008 22,073 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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GF05 POU is a 2005 Suzuki GS500F in Black with a 487cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 GF05 POU, 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 GF05 POU registered?

GF05 POU is a 2005 Suzuki GS500F, first registered on 22 June 2005.

Is GF05 POU safe to buy?

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