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GX53 HHF

2004 Suzuki GS500

Blue Petrol 487cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Aug 2023
Tests23 (16 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate69.6%

Mileage

27,980 mi
Last recorded27,980 miles
Recorded on28 Jul 2022
Typical for 2004 Suzuki GS50015,962 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGX53 HHF
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS500
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine487cc

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MOT History

16 pass 7 fail
Pass 28 Jul 2022 27,980 miles
Fail 27 Jul 2022 27,980 miles

Rear Lower Suspension component has excessive wear or free play linkage bearing (5.3.3 (d))

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 30 Jul 2021 27,094 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2021 27,094 miles

Motorcycle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Frame- behind front wheel (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 29 Jul 2020 26,248 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 17 Jul 2019 25,458 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2018 24,514 miles

Rear rear tyre has perishing

Fail 25 Jul 2018 24,514 miles

Rear Drive chain excessively loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear Drive chain worn to excess (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear Drive chain sprocket so worn it is likely to fail (6.1.7 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear rear tyre has perishing

Pass 26 Jul 2017 23,613 miles
Fail 26 Jul 2017 23,613 miles

Lower Exhaust excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Lower Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 27 Jul 2016 22,731 miles

Rear rear tyre has slight perishing in centre

Fail 27 Jul 2016 22,731 miles

Front Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Oil leak oil leak from near side of engine ()

Rear rear tyre has slight perishing in centre

Pass 12 Aug 2015 21,905 miles
Fail 12 Aug 2015 21,905 miles

Headlamp insecure (1.2.3b)

Pass 23 Jul 2014 20,882 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2013 20,042 miles

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

Fail 26 Jul 2013 20,042 miles

Clutch lever bent so it cannot be readily operated. (6.2.1g)

Handlebar deformed (2.1.1b)

Nearside Front Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

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

Front tyre low pressure

Near Side crash-protector 'mushroom' is loose

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

Pass 6 Dec 2011 17,438 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2011 17,332 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2010 14,527 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2009 12,180 miles
Pass 8 May 2007 10,418 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2006 9,768 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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GX53 HHF is a 2004 Suzuki GS500 in Blue with a 487cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.6%.

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 GX53 HHF, 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 GX53 HHF registered?

GX53 HHF is a 2004 Suzuki GS500, first registered on 16 January 2004.

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