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LK55 JXJ

2005 Suzuki Gs 500 FK5

Black Petrol 487cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jul 2016
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

35,288 mi
Last recorded35,288 miles
Recorded on16 Jul 2015
Typical for 2005 Suzuki Gs 500 FK513,464 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLK55 JXJ
MakeSuzuki
ModelGs 500 FK5
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine487cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Jul 2015 35,288 miles

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Front Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

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

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

Rear suspension component slightly corroded. (2.4.A.1a)

top box mounting wobbly

Pass 27 Nov 2013 31,506 miles

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

rear tyre has several cut but not deep enough to reach the cords.

Fail 27 Nov 2013 31,506 miles

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

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

rear tyre has several cut but not deep enough to reach the cords.

Pass 10 Nov 2012 27,084 miles

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

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 29 Nov 2011 22,469 miles

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 21 Jan 2010 17,309 miles
Fail 21 Jan 2010 17,309 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

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

Pass 8 Dec 2008 12,492 miles

How Reliable is the Suzuki Gs 500 FK5?

Based on 2,076 MOT tests across 190 vehicles.

83.0%
Pass Rate
975
Miles/Year
21
Year Lifespan
190
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 36
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 29
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 20
Drive chain excessively loose 15
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 12
Full Suzuki Gs 500 FK5 reliability report

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LK55 JXJ is a 2005 Suzuki Gs 500 FK5 in Black with a 487cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2005 Suzuki Gs 500 FK5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.1% with a typical mileage of 13,464 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 Gs 500 FK5 fails its MOT is brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick, accounting for 36 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LK55 JXJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki Gs 500 FK5 typically stays on UK roads for around 21 years. At 21 years old, this Suzuki Gs 500 FK5 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was LK55 JXJ registered?

LK55 JXJ is a 2005 Suzuki Gs 500 FK5, first registered on 22 December 2005.

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