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LM05 VMH

2005 Suzuki GS500F

Black Petrol 487cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Jul 2026
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

26,636 mi
Last recorded26,636 miles
Recorded on2 Jul 2025
Typical for 2005 Suzuki GS500F11,631 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLM05 VMH
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS500F
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine487cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Jul 2025 26,636 miles

Front Valve stem slightly damaged Slightly perished (5.2.3 (j))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Jul 2024 25,054 miles
Fail 3 Jul 2024 25,054 miles

Front Stop lamp not working No working from front brake (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 7 Jul 2023 22,951 miles

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Fail 6 Jul 2023 22,951 miles

Front Brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake disc contaminated (1.1.14 (b))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) contaminated (1.1.13 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25% (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Pass 14 Jul 2021 22,201 miles

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

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 30 Jul 2020 16,761 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2017 16,482 miles

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

Pass 21 Jul 2016 15,368 miles
Fail 21 Jul 2016 15,368 miles

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Front Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Pass 8 Aug 2012 15,318 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2011 14,002 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2010 13,272 miles
Pass 5 May 2009 12,289 miles

How Reliable is the Suzuki GS500F?

Based on 2,782 MOT tests across 296 vehicles.

84.0%
Pass Rate
820
Miles/Year
22
Year Lifespan
296
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 50
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 41
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 29
Drive chain excessively loose 25
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 22
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LM05 VMH is a 2005 Suzuki GS500F in Black with a 487cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

Across all 2005 Suzuki GS500F models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.1% with a typical mileage of 11,631 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 GS500F fails its MOT is brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick, accounting for 50 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LM05 VMH, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki GS500F typically stays on UK roads for around 22 years. At 21 years old, this Suzuki GS500F is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was LM05 VMH registered?

LM05 VMH is a 2005 Suzuki GS500F, first registered on 1 August 2005.

Is LM05 VMH safe to buy?

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