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LK05 HKO

2005 Suzuki GS500

Black Petrol 487cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Aug 2023
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

52,504 mi
Last recorded52,504 miles
Recorded on10 Aug 2022
Typical for 2005 Suzuki GS50016,280 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLK05 HKO
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS500
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine487cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Aug 2022 52,504 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

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

Fail 10 Aug 2022 52,504 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 12 Aug 2021 48,757 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2018 39,427 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2018 39,427 miles

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

Pass 30 Mar 2017 37,928 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2015 35,724 miles

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 27 Jun 2014 32,683 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2013 31,537 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Pass 26 Jun 2012 30,338 miles

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

Pass 28 Mar 2011 27,367 miles

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

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

Pass 8 Mar 2010 21,940 miles

Clutch lever bent (6.2.1g)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1b)

Pass 18 Mar 2009 18,206 miles

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

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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LK05 HKO is a 2005 Suzuki GS500 in Black with a 487cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

Across all 2005 Suzuki GS500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.6% with a typical mileage of 16,280 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 LK05 HKO, 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 21 years old, this Suzuki GS500 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was LK05 HKO registered?

LK05 HKO is a 2005 Suzuki GS500, first registered on 15 April 2005.

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The MOT history for LK05 HKO shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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