MOT Status
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29,316 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))
Fuel system component leaking Fuel tap is leaking slightly (6.1.3 (b) (i))
Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))
Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))
Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
Rear Brake pedal has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))
Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25% (1.2.2 (a) (i))
Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS
Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))
Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))
Drive chain slightly tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))
Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))
Brake pedal has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))
Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
Nearside Handlebar grip insecure to handlebar (2.2.1 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS
Rear Brake hose slightly chafed (1.1.12 (b) (i))
Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)
Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)
Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)
Rear Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)
front and rear brake discs would benefit from having the brake dust and dirt cleaned from the holes.
How Reliable is the Suzuki GS500?
Based on 55,003 MOT tests across 6,013 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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MT04 XFX is a 2004 Suzuki GS500 in Black with a 487cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.3%.
Across all 2004 Suzuki GS500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.3% with a typical mileage of 15,962 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 GS500 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 1,184 recorded failures. If you're considering buying MT04 XFX, 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 22 years old, this Suzuki GS500 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.
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What year was MT04 XFX registered?
MT04 XFX is a 2004 Suzuki GS500, first registered on 12 May 2004.
Is MT04 XFX safe to buy?
The MOT history for MT04 XFX shows 23 tests with a 78.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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