CarVerify

Free Car Check

LK04 TYX

2004 Suzuki GS500

Black Petrol 487cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Oct 2017
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

53,478 mi
Last recorded53,478 miles
Recorded on19 Oct 2016
Typical for 2004 Suzuki GS50015,962 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

4 checks still locked for this Suzuki
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationLK04 TYX
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS500
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine487cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Oct 2016 53,478 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Fail 19 Oct 2016 53,478 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front Direction indicator insecure both (1.5.3b)

Pass 23 Feb 2015 46,555 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2013 42,262 miles

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 23 Aug 2012 39,568 miles

Front Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

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

Pass 15 Sep 2011 37,421 miles

o/s fairingat bottom loose rear dics corroded rev counter not working

Pass 5 Jul 2010 36,891 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2009 28,163 miles

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

Pass 1 Dec 2007 15,707 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
Full Suzuki GS500 reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

LK04 TYX is a 2004 Suzuki GS500 in Black with a 487cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 LK04 TYX, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of LK04 TYX?

You can check the full history of LK04 TYX by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was LK04 TYX registered?

LK04 TYX is a 2004 Suzuki GS500, first registered on 25 August 2004.

Is LK04 TYX safe to buy?

The MOT history for LK04 TYX shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does LK04 TYX have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on LK04 TYX. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.