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MV04 ENF

2004 Suzuki GS500

Black Petrol 487cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Oct 2019
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

43,867 mi
Last recorded43,867 miles
Recorded on1 Nov 2018
Typical for 2004 Suzuki GS50015,962 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMV04 ENF
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS500
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine487cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 1 Nov 2018 43,867 miles
Fail 30 Oct 2018 43,846 miles

Fuel cap ineffective does not fasten correctly (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 23 Aug 2017 43,993 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2015 42,946 miles

gear selector loose

Pass 21 May 2013 42,099 miles

Oil leak

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

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

Pass 11 Jun 2012 39,607 miles
Fail 16 May 2011 36,205 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

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

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

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

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

left hand bar end insecure

Pass 16 May 2011 36,205 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

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

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

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

left hand bar end insecure

Pass 24 May 2010 31,631 miles
Fail 19 May 2010 31,631 miles

Rear suspension bearing has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 5 Jun 2009 27,771 miles
Fail 5 Jun 2009 27,771 miles

Centre Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Centre Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 19 May 2008 23,118 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2007 18,476 miles

How Reliable is the Suzuki GS500?

Based on 55,003 MOT tests across 6,013 vehicles.

80.5%
Pass Rate
1,009
Miles/Year
37
Year Lifespan
6,013
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 1,184
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 915
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 875
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 515
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 471
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MV04 ENF is a 2004 Suzuki GS500 in Black with a 487cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 MV04 ENF, 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 MV04 ENF registered?

MV04 ENF is a 2004 Suzuki GS500, first registered on 20 July 2004.

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