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GF54 UKC

2004 Suzuki GS500

Black Petrol 487cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 May 2018
Tests13 (8 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate61.5%

Mileage

521 mi
Last recorded521 miles
Recorded on13 Sep 2018
Typical for 2004 Suzuki GS50015,962 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGF54 UKC
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS500
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine487cc

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MOT History

8 pass 5 fail
Fail 13 Sep 2018 521 miles

All direction indicators missing (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Drive chain worn to excess Tight Spots (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motorcycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (8.1.1 (a))

Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible (4.1.4 (c))

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

Pass 11 May 2017 187 miles
Fail 4 May 2017 180 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Front Braking system does not have an approriate system/s fitted according to its age (3.1.1)

Indicator tell tale not operating correctly (1.5.2)

Rear Brake disc(s) excessively scored (3.2.A1l)

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

Rear Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Locking device(s) not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride Sprocket Bolts Loose (6.2.1h) DANGEROUS

Pass 25 Mar 2016 47,846 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn slight play in floating disc (3.2.A1l)

Front Motorcycle structure has been slightly modified crossmember signs of repair (6.1.1b)

Motorcycle structure slightly corroded signs of corrosion on frame (6.1.1a)

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

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

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

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

Fail 15 Mar 2016 47,813 miles

Headlamp insecure lens insecure (1.2.3b)

Rear suspension component excessively corroded. swing arm [offside inner] (2.4.A.1a)

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn slight play in floating disc (3.2.A1l)

Front Motorcycle structure has been slightly modified crossmember signs of repair (6.1.1b)

Motorcycle structure slightly corroded signs of corrosion on frame (6.1.1a)

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

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

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

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

Pass 12 Oct 2012 23,179 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Fail 17 Sep 2011 20,477 miles

Clutch lever incorrectly positioned. (6.2.1g)

Rear wheel has a loose wheel nut(s) (4.2.3a)

Pass 17 Sep 2011 20,477 miles

Clutch lever incorrectly positioned. (6.2.1g)

Pass 30 Sep 2010 18,989 miles
Fail 14 Oct 2009 18,702 miles

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

Nail in rear tyre

Pass 14 Oct 2009 18,702 miles

Nail in rear tyre

Pass 29 Nov 2008 15,113 miles

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

Pass 22 Nov 2007 9,815 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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GF54 UKC is a 2004 Suzuki GS500 in Black with a 487cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.5%.

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 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 GF54 UKC, 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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GF54 UKC is a 2004 Suzuki GS500, first registered on 28 November 2004.

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