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GJ05 EKX

2005 Suzuki Gs 500 FK5

Blue Petrol 487cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Mar 2025
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

23,913 mi
Last recorded23,913 miles
Recorded on5 Mar 2024
Typical for 2005 Suzuki Gs 500 FK513,464 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGJ05 EKX
MakeSuzuki
ModelGs 500 FK5
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine487cc
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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 5 Mar 2024 23,913 miles

Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect front and rear (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 24 Mar 2023 23,573 miles

Front Brake indicates a slightly grabbing brake (1.2.1 (c))

Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced general light corrosion (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 18 Mar 2022 22,606 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2021 21,853 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 17 Mar 2021 21,853 miles

Front Brake disc contaminated (1.1.14 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 17 Mar 2020 21,308 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2019 20,817 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2018 19,109 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2017 17,829 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2016 15,627 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2015 9,908 miles
Fail 4 Feb 2015 9,908 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 27 Sep 2013 9,581 miles

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

Fail 27 Sep 2013 9,581 miles

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

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

Pass 28 Sep 2012 8,195 miles

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

Fail 29 Sep 2011 7,856 miles

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.1a)

Pass 29 Sep 2011 7,856 miles
Fail 7 Mar 2009 7,846 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 7 Mar 2009 7,846 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2008 7,843 miles

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

Offside Inner Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

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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GJ05 EKX is a 2005 Suzuki Gs 500 FK5 in Blue with a 487cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 GJ05 EKX, 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 GJ05 EKX registered?

GJ05 EKX is a 2005 Suzuki Gs 500 FK5, first registered on 5 March 2005.

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