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HF04 LZA

2004 Suzuki GS500

Black Petrol 487cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Sep 2019
Tests18 (12 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

46,349 mi
Last recorded46,349 miles
Recorded on30 Aug 2018
Typical for 2004 Suzuki GS50015,962 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHF04 LZA
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS500
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine487cc

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MOT History

12 pass 6 fail
Pass 30 Aug 2018 46,349 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2017 44,851 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2016 43,726 miles

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

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

front engine mount corroded

Pass 21 Mar 2015 43,195 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator damaged but function not impaired (1.5.3a)

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

Fail 14 Mar 2015 43,190 miles

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Front Roller brake test indicates a severely grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Nearside Front Direction indicator damaged but function not impaired (1.5.3a)

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

Pass 18 Mar 2014 41,618 miles

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

side stand locking nut loose

Fail 13 Mar 2014 41,618 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

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

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

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

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

both rear chain adjusters loose

side stand locking nut loose

Pass 10 Sep 2012 37,948 miles

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Fail 8 Sep 2012 37,948 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

bike will not tick over

Pass 27 Jul 2011 35,243 miles
Fail 27 Jul 2011 35,243 miles

Handlebar mounting clamp bolt loose (2.1.1a)

Pass 22 Mar 2011 35,124 miles

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

Pass 29 Mar 2010 34,045 miles
Pass 13 May 2009 32,449 miles
Fail 11 May 2009 32,449 miles

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

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

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

Pass 21 May 2008 28,568 miles

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

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

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

Fail 14 May 2008 28,568 miles

Rear Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

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

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

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

Pass 16 May 2007 23,399 miles

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

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

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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HF04 LZA is a 2004 Suzuki GS500 in Black with a 487cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 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 HF04 LZA, 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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HF04 LZA is a 2004 Suzuki GS500, first registered on 19 May 2004.

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