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HG54 YXX

2004 Suzuki GS500

Blue Petrol 487cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Aug 2026
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

36,749 mi
Last recorded36,749 miles
Recorded on21 Aug 2025
Typical for 2004 Suzuki GS50015,962 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHG54 YXX
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS500
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine487cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 21 Aug 2025 36,749 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Front Brake indicates a slightly grabbing brake (1.2.1 (c))

Fail 26 Jul 2025 36,735 miles

Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Front Lower Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Lower Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 27 Jul 2024 34,023 miles

Central Lower Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Central Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Rear Lower swinging arm corroded

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Jul 2023 32,171 miles

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

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

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Fail 5 Jul 2023 32,171 miles

Front Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

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

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 6 Jul 2022 30,497 miles
Fail 6 Jul 2022 30,497 miles

Front Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 13 Jul 2021 28,785 miles

Central Lower Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Lower Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting corroded but its strength is not seriously reduced (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 11 Jul 2020 27,020 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2019 24,807 miles

Nearside Rear Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 16 Jun 2018 22,890 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2017 20,785 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2016 18,396 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2015 13,454 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2015 13,454 miles

Front Front suspension has inadequate damping effect. (2.3.6c)

Front Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Nearside Front suspension assembly component excessively bent (2.3.1)

Offside Front suspension assembly component excessively bent (2.3.1)

Steering movement excessively stiff with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

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

Pass 18 Oct 2014 9,697 miles
Fail 26 Sep 2014 9,697 miles

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

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 8 Nov 2007 5,965 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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HG54 YXX is a 2004 Suzuki GS500 in Blue with a 487cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

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 HG54 YXX, 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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HG54 YXX is a 2004 Suzuki GS500, first registered on 1 December 2004.

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