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HG06 BYN

2006 Suzuki Gs 500 FK5

Blue Petrol 487cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Sep 2021
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

47,515 mi
Last recorded47,515 miles
Recorded on10 Sep 2020
Typical for 2006 Suzuki Gs 500 FK513,194 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHG06 BYN
MakeSuzuki
ModelGs 500 FK5
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine487cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 10 Sep 2020 47,515 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 9 Sep 2020 47,497 miles

Front Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.1.7 (c) (i))

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

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

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 31 Aug 2019 42,341 miles

Rear Rear reflector obviously incorrectly positioned (4.8.2 (a) (i))

Fail 31 Aug 2019 42,341 miles

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Rear Rear reflector obviously incorrectly positioned (4.8.2 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Aug 2017 42,220 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Front Brake master cylinder has a slightly worn master cylinder pivot. (3.2.B5)

Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Pass 12 Apr 2014 40,630 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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

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

Pass 19 Apr 2013 36,132 miles

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Oil leak

Rear Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Fail 11 Apr 2013 36,086 miles

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

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Oil leak

Rear Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Pass 13 Apr 2012 31,437 miles

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Pass 8 Apr 2011 25,843 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

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

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

Rear spring corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4A1b(ii))

Rear suspension slightly corroded (2.4.A.2d)

Pass 13 Apr 2010 19,372 miles

Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Fail 13 Apr 2010 19,372 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Pass 16 Mar 2009 13,023 miles

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

Rear suspension component slightly corroded. (2.4.A.1a)

How Reliable is the Suzuki Gs 500 FK5?

Based on 2,076 MOT tests across 190 vehicles.

83.0%
Pass Rate
975
Miles/Year
21
Year Lifespan
190
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 36
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 29
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 20
Drive chain excessively loose 15
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 12
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HG06 BYN is a 2006 Suzuki Gs 500 FK5 in Blue with a 487cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

Across all 2006 Suzuki Gs 500 FK5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.1% with a typical mileage of 13,194 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 Gs 500 FK5 fails its MOT is brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick, accounting for 36 recorded failures. If you're considering buying HG06 BYN, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki Gs 500 FK5 typically stays on UK roads for around 21 years. At 20 years old, this Suzuki Gs 500 FK5 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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HG06 BYN is a 2006 Suzuki Gs 500 FK5, first registered on 21 March 2006.

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