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OU04 GBY

2004 Suzuki GS500

Blue Petrol 487cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Mar 2027
Tests24 (20 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

16,704 mi
Last recorded16,704 miles
Recorded on11 Mar 2026
Typical for 2004 Suzuki GS50015,962 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOU04 GBY
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS500
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine487cc

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MOT History

20 pass 4 fail
Pass 11 Mar 2026 16,704 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2025 16,489 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2024 16,364 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2023 16,262 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2022 16,164 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2021 16,055 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 6 Mar 2020 15,993 miles

Rear Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting corroded but its strength is not seriously reduced Swinging arm suspension mount corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 29 Mar 2019 15,838 miles
Fail 29 Mar 2019 15,838 miles

Front Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 27 Mar 2018 15,795 miles

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

Pass 1 Apr 2017 15,713 miles
Fail 1 Apr 2017 15,713 miles

Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d)

Pass 4 Mar 2016 15,600 miles

Rear brake noisey

Fail 3 Mar 2016 15,590 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake unable to check hub assembly (3.3.A1a)

Rear brake noisey

Pass 4 Mar 2015 14,563 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

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

front brake slight bind in need of attention soon

Pass 5 Mar 2014 13,406 miles

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

front brake slight bind

Pass 6 Mar 2013 11,406 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2012 7,250 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2011 7,202 miles
Pass 29 May 2010 6,669 miles
Fail 22 May 2010 6,642 miles

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

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

Pass 21 Apr 2009 2,565 miles
Pass 6 May 2008 2,383 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2007 2,099 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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OU04 GBY is a 2004 Suzuki GS500 in Blue with a 487cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 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 OU04 GBY, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of OU04 GBY?

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What year was OU04 GBY registered?

OU04 GBY is a 2004 Suzuki GS500, first registered on 13 April 2004.

Is OU04 GBY safe to buy?

The MOT history for OU04 GBY shows 24 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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