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GF55 TFJ

2005 Suzuki Gs 500 FK5

Black Petrol 487cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Aug 2026
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

1,844 mi
Last recorded1,844 miles
Recorded on8 Aug 2025
Typical for 2005 Suzuki Gs 500 FK513,464 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGF55 TFJ
MakeSuzuki
ModelGs 500 FK5
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine487cc
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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Aug 2025 1,844 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2024 1,457 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2023 1,204 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2022 969 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2021 392 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2020 7 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2017 4 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2016 1 miles

Offside Rear Lower Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 11 Feb 2016 1 miles

Centre Rear Lower Rear suspension fouling which affects the movement of the rear suspension (2.4.A.3a) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Upper Roller brake test indicates a severely juddering brake (3.3.A1b) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Lower Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Offside Rear Lower Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 14 Feb 2015

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

Fail 10 Feb 2015

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Exhaust mounting does not fully support the exhaust system (7.1.1.c)

Headlamp insecure (1.2.3b)

Nearside Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Nearside Front Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Offside Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Offside Front Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

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

Pass 7 Jan 2014 16,186 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2012 16,063 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2011 15,973 miles

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 2 Feb 2010 13,269 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2009 56,312 miles

How Reliable is the Suzuki Gs 500 FK5?

Based on 2,076 MOT tests across 190 vehicles.

83.0%
Pass Rate
975
Miles/Year
21
Year Lifespan
190
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 36
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 29
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 20
Drive chain excessively loose 15
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 12
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GF55 TFJ is a 2005 Suzuki Gs 500 FK5 in Black with a 487cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 2005 Suzuki Gs 500 FK5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.1% with a typical mileage of 13,464 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Suzuki Gs 500 FK5 fails its MOT is brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick, accounting for 36 recorded failures. If you're considering buying GF55 TFJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki Gs 500 FK5 typically stays on UK roads for around 21 years. At 21 years old, this Suzuki Gs 500 FK5 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was GF55 TFJ registered?

GF55 TFJ is a 2005 Suzuki Gs 500 FK5, first registered on 7 December 2005.

Is GF55 TFJ safe to buy?

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