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GN04 ZGB

2004 Suzuki GS500

White Petrol 487cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Aug 2024
Tests20 (14 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

40,278 mi
Last recorded40,278 miles
Recorded on4 Aug 2023
Typical for 2004 Suzuki GS50015,962 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGN04 ZGB
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS500
Year2004
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine487cc

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MOT History

14 pass 6 fail
Pass 4 Aug 2023 40,278 miles

Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Mar 2022 39,785 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2021 39,286 miles

Horn not working properly (7.7 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Apr 2019 36,307 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2018 32,797 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2016 32,405 miles
Fail 6 Oct 2016 32,401 miles

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

Pass 18 May 2015 28,677 miles

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

Fail 18 May 2015 28,677 miles

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

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 9 May 2014 26,413 miles
Fail 8 May 2014 26,411 miles

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

Pass 5 Apr 2013 22,692 miles

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

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

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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

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

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

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

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Fail 2 Apr 2013 22,621 miles

Front Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c) DANGEROUS

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1) DANGEROUS

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

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

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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

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

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

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

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 23 Mar 2012 17,895 miles

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

Pass 4 Apr 2011 16,441 miles

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

Fail 29 Mar 2011 16,438 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.6)

Pass 10 Mar 2010 15,468 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2009 13,075 miles
Fail 29 Mar 2008 9,298 miles

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

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

Pass 29 Mar 2008 9,298 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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GN04 ZGB is a 2004 Suzuki GS500 in White with a 487cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 ZGB, 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 ZGB registered?

GN04 ZGB is a 2004 Suzuki GS500, first registered on 29 June 2004.

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