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LJ54 FVO

2004 Suzuki GS500

Blue Petrol 487cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Jun 2027
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

9,580 mi
Last recorded9,580 miles
Recorded on1 Jun 2026
Typical for 2004 Suzuki GS50015,962 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ54 FVO
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS500
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine487cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Jun 2026 9,580 miles

Nearside Front Suspension corroded but not seriously weakened chrome slider (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Suspension corroded but not seriously weakened chrome slider (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 16 Jun 2025 8,855 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2024 8,776 miles

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

Pass 9 Jun 2023 8,661 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 16 Jun 2022 8,449 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2021 8,154 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2020 7,744 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2019 7,563 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2018 7,217 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

front tyre slightly perished

Pass 9 Jun 2017 6,953 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2017 6,953 miles

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 10 Jun 2016 6,953 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2015 6,942 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2013 6,741 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2012 6,630 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2011 6,502 miles
Pass 21 May 2009 5,705 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2008 5,181 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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LJ54 FVO 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 94.4%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 LJ54 FVO, 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 LJ54 FVO registered?

LJ54 FVO is a 2004 Suzuki GS500, first registered on 22 November 2004.

Is LJ54 FVO safe to buy?

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