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HF04 SKD

2004 Suzuki GS500

Blue Petrol 487cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jul 2016
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

47,838 mi
Last recorded47,838 miles
Recorded on8 Jul 2015
Typical for 2004 Suzuki GS50015,962 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHF04 SKD
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS500
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine487cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 8 Jul 2015 47,838 miles

Oil leak

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.5.1b)

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Fail 8 Jul 2015 47,838 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Oil leak

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.5.1b)

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 14 Jul 2014 45,840 miles

Battery Flat

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear position lamp deteriorated but function not impaired (1.1.1b)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Oil leak

Fail 11 Jul 2014 45,840 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Battery Flat

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear position lamp deteriorated but function not impaired (1.1.1b)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Oil leak

Pass 28 Jun 2013 44,356 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Fail 27 Jun 2013 44,356 miles

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

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 13 Apr 2012 37,888 miles

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

Fail 2 Apr 2012 37,888 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Rear suspension movement is excessively stiff (2.4.A.3b)

Front Brake disc(s) excessively scored (3.2.A1l) DANGEROUS

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

Rear Brake disc(s) excessively scored (3.2.A1l) DANGEROUS

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 1 Apr 2011 32,823 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2011 32,811 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2010 30,446 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2009 25,828 miles

battery needs charging

front and rear discs nearing minimum limit

Pass 28 Jan 2008 17,680 miles

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

Pass 31 Jan 2007 9,140 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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HF04 SKD is a 2004 Suzuki GS500 in Blue with a 487cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 SKD, 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 HF04 SKD registered?

HF04 SKD is a 2004 Suzuki GS500, first registered on 1 July 2004.

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