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NK05 FBL

2005 Suzuki GS500F

Black Petrol 487cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Apr 2027
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

30,411 mi
Last recorded30,411 miles
Recorded on1 May 2026
Typical for 2005 Suzuki GS500F11,631 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNK05 FBL
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS500F
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine487cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 May 2026 30,411 miles

Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 13 Mar 2025 29,813 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2023 29,533 miles

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

Pass 16 Sep 2022 27,949 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

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

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

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened swing arm (5.3.3 (b) (i))

slight oil leak from cooler

Fail 16 Sep 2022 27,949 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

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

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

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened swing arm (5.3.3 (b) (i))

slight oil leak from cooler

Front Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii))

Pass 24 Aug 2021 24,710 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2020 23,945 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 11 Oct 2019 21,925 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2018 20,541 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

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

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

Suspension corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 4 Oct 2017 17,431 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2016 14,418 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 7 Mar 2015 7,287 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2014 6,886 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2013 6,868 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2012 6,863 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2011 6,805 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2010 6,634 miles

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

Pass 27 Feb 2009 5,824 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2008 4,438 miles

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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NK05 FBL is a 2005 Suzuki GS500F in Black with a 487cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 NK05 FBL, 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 NK05 FBL registered?

NK05 FBL is a 2005 Suzuki GS500F, first registered on 1 March 2005.

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