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HX04 FHE

2004 Suzuki GS500

Black Petrol 487cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Apr 2014
Tests10 (5 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

48,462 mi
Last recorded48,462 miles
Recorded on22 Apr 2013
Typical for 2004 Suzuki GS50015,962 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHX04 FHE
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS500
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine487cc

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MOT History

5 pass 5 fail
Pass 22 Apr 2013 48,462 miles
Pass 25 May 2010 47,159 miles

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

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Offside Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Fail 20 May 2010 47,158 miles

Locking device(s) not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Front Lower Rear suspension bearing has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i)) DANGEROUS

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

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Offside Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 1 Jun 2009 44,924 miles

Rear Brake pedal pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

at one place on drive chain,it has slightly more freeplay than it should.

Fail 23 May 2009 44,919 miles

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

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

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

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

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

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

Rear Brake pedal pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

at one place on drive chain,it has slightly more freeplay than it should.

Pass 29 May 2008 38,582 miles

Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

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

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

front brake disc worn well below service limit

rear brake disc worn well below service limit

Fail 29 May 2008 38,582 miles

Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

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

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

Rear Locking devices not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

front brake disc worn well below service limit

rear brake disc worn well below service limit

Fail 29 May 2008 38,582 miles

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

Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

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

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

front brake disc worn well below service limit

rear brake disc worn well below service limit

Fail 11 May 2007 31,952 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Nearside Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

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

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

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

spanner hanging out of n/s rear body panel

Pass 11 May 2007 31,952 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Nearside Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

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

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

spanner hanging out of n/s rear body panel

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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HX04 FHE is a 2004 Suzuki GS500 in Black with a 487cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 HX04 FHE, 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 HX04 FHE registered?

HX04 FHE is a 2004 Suzuki GS500, first registered on 14 May 2004.

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