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GN04 YHL

2004 Suzuki GS500

Black Petrol 487cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Oct 2018
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

35,139 mi
Last recorded35,139 miles
Recorded on12 Oct 2017
Typical for 2004 Suzuki GS50015,962 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGN04 YHL
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS500
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine487cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 12 Oct 2017 35,139 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2016 33,602 miles
Fail 14 Mar 2016 33,601 miles

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b)

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

Pass 14 Mar 2015 29,688 miles

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

Pass 17 Jul 2013 244,991 miles

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

Pass 18 Jul 2012 19,916 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2012 19,916 miles

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

Pass 14 Jul 2011 14,966 miles
Fail 14 Jul 2011 14,966 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 12 Jul 2010 7,794 miles
Fail 12 Jul 2010 7,794 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.6)

Pass 10 Jul 2009 2,595 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2008 2,485 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2008 2,485 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

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

Pass 27 Jun 2007 2,399 miles

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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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GN04 YHL is a 2004 Suzuki GS500 in Black with a 487cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 GN04 YHL, 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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What year was GN04 YHL registered?

GN04 YHL is a 2004 Suzuki GS500, first registered on 1 July 2004.

Is GN04 YHL safe to buy?

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