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LX55 FVW

2005 Suzuki Gs 500 FK5

Black Petrol 487cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 May 2024
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

31,077 mi
Last recorded31,077 miles
Recorded on24 May 2023
Typical for 2005 Suzuki Gs 500 FK513,464 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLX55 FVW
MakeSuzuki
ModelGs 500 FK5
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine487cc
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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 May 2023 31,077 miles

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

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

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

Pass 19 Apr 2022 30,883 miles

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

Pass 19 Mar 2021 30,167 miles

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

Pass 18 May 2019 29,809 miles

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

Pass 21 May 2018 28,956 miles
Pass 27 May 2017 27,368 miles
Pass 24 May 2016 24,968 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Pass 22 May 2015 23,472 miles
Pass 23 May 2014 20,177 miles
Fail 23 May 2014 20,177 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 7 Jun 2013 16,095 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2012 9,320 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2011 7,279 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2010 6,656 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2009 6,452 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 FVW is a 2005 Suzuki Gs 500 FK5 in Black with a 487cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 FVW, 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 FVW registered?

LX55 FVW is a 2005 Suzuki Gs 500 FK5, first registered on 20 December 2005.

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