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HF54 MGE

2004 Suzuki GS500

Black Petrol 487cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Dec 2026
Tests26 (21 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate80.8%

Mileage

23,765 mi
Last recorded23,765 miles
Recorded on3 Dec 2025
Typical for 2004 Suzuki GS50015,962 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHF54 MGE
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS500
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine487cc

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MOT History

21 pass 5 fail
Pass 3 Dec 2025 23,765 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2024 21,780 miles

Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced right hand frame support section behind front wheel (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 8 Dec 2023 20,387 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 1.2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 7 Dec 2022 18,532 miles

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

cant see rear brake fluid level

Pass 8 Sep 2022 18,460 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2021 17,402 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 1 Jun 2021 17,402 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Drive chain excessively tight, so that it is likely to fail (6.1.7 (k) (ii))

Pass 14 Dec 2020 16,427 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2020 16,386 miles
Fail 26 Feb 2020 16,386 miles

Headlamp aim too far to the right no patten (4.1.2 (a))

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 27 Mar 2019 15,566 miles

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

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 27 Mar 2019 15,566 miles

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

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 2 Feb 2018 14,649 miles
Fail 2 Feb 2018 14,649 miles

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

Pass 2 Sep 2016 13,733 miles

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

Pass 26 Aug 2015 12,335 miles

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

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Rear Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 16 Aug 2014 9,987 miles
Fail 16 Aug 2014 9,987 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) friction surface contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

Pass 17 Aug 2013 7,136 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2012 4,281 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2011 346 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2011 298 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2010 154 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2009 151 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2008 84 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2006 2,024 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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HF54 MGE is a 2004 Suzuki GS500 in Black with a 487cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80.8%.

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 HF54 MGE, 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 HF54 MGE registered?

HF54 MGE is a 2004 Suzuki GS500, first registered on 1 January 2004.

Is HF54 MGE safe to buy?

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