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MV05 FYG

2005 Suzuki GS500F

Blue Petrol 487cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Nov 2021
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

22,153 mi
Last recorded22,153 miles
Recorded on18 Nov 2020
Typical for 2005 Suzuki GS500F11,631 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMV05 FYG
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS500F
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine487cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Nov 2020 22,153 miles
Fail 18 Nov 2020 22,153 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Pass 19 May 2018 18,090 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2017 12,507 miles

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

cracks in rear tyre side walls

Fail 26 Jun 2017 12,491 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the steering (2.5.1)

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

cracks in rear tyre side walls

Pass 15 Apr 2010 7,797 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

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

Pass 22 Aug 2009 7,265 miles
Fail 18 Aug 2009 7,254 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 14 Aug 2008 6,299 miles

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

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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MV05 FYG is a 2005 Suzuki GS500F in Blue with a 487cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 MV05 FYG, 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.

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What year was MV05 FYG registered?

MV05 FYG is a 2005 Suzuki GS500F, first registered on 19 August 2005.

Is MV05 FYG safe to buy?

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