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LX55 AFY

2005 Suzuki Gs 500 FK5

Blue Petrol 487cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Apr 2025
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

11,091 mi
Last recorded11,091 miles
Recorded on4 Apr 2024
Typical for 2005 Suzuki Gs 500 FK513,464 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLX55 AFY
MakeSuzuki
ModelGs 500 FK5
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine487cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 4 Apr 2024 11,091 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Exhaust noisy end can (8.1.1 (a))

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

Rear tyre has small sidewall cracks

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Fail 4 Apr 2024 11,091 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Exhaust noisy end can (8.1.1 (a))

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

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Rear tyre has small sidewall cracks

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 7 Oct 2022 9,117 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2021 7,659 miles

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

Fail 20 Sep 2021 7,659 miles

Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))

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

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 12 May 2020 7,311 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2017 6,773 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Fail 24 Feb 2017 6,773 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 5 Jan 2016 3,780 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Fail 11 Dec 2015 3,751 miles

Rear Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii))

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive tight spots (6.2.1e)

Rear Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 15 May 2012 3,024 miles
Pass 4 May 2011 2,433 miles
Pass 6 May 2010 1,865 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
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LX55 AFY is a 2005 Suzuki Gs 500 FK5 in Blue with a 487cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 LX55 AFY, 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 LX55 AFY registered?

LX55 AFY is a 2005 Suzuki Gs 500 FK5, first registered on 7 October 2005.

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