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NU54 BGV

2004 Suzuki GS500

Blue Petrol 487cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jun 2026
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

25,494 mi
Last recorded25,494 miles
Recorded on8 May 2025
Typical for 2004 Suzuki GS50015,962 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNU54 BGV
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS500
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine487cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 May 2025 25,494 miles

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

front tyre slightly out of shape

Pass 6 Jun 2024 24,702 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2023 23,982 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2022 22,913 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2021 22,844 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2021 20,600 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2020 17,406 miles

Front Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 31 Jul 2018 17,396 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2016 17,238 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2015 16,328 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2014 15,027 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2013 14,949 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2011 14,906 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2010 14,855 miles
Fail 12 Oct 2010 14,855 miles

Throttle has a significant change in engine speed whilst moving the steering from lock to lock (2.1.4)

centre stand stiff to operate

Pass 10 Sep 2009 14,032 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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NU54 BGV is a 2004 Suzuki GS500 in Blue with a 487cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 NU54 BGV, 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 NU54 BGV registered?

NU54 BGV is a 2004 Suzuki GS500, first registered on 5 October 2004.

Is NU54 BGV safe to buy?

The MOT history for NU54 BGV shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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