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OU55 CLY

2005 Suzuki GS500

Black Petrol 487cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jan 2026
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

47,205 mi
Last recorded47,205 miles
Recorded on25 Jan 2025
Typical for 2005 Suzuki GS50016,280 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOU55 CLY
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS500
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine487cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Jan 2025 47,205 miles
Fail 13 Jan 2025 47,196 miles

Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 10 Jan 2024 44,896 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2023 44,206 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2017 43,135 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2016 100,631 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2015 41,823 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2014 40,792 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2013 40,362 miles
Pass 1 May 2012 33,622 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2010 28,535 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2009 22,962 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2008 13,978 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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OU55 CLY is a 2005 Suzuki GS500 in Black with a 487cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

Across all 2005 Suzuki GS500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.6% with a typical mileage of 16,280 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 OU55 CLY, 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 21 years old, this Suzuki GS500 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was OU55 CLY registered?

OU55 CLY is a 2005 Suzuki GS500, first registered on 30 September 2005.

Is OU55 CLY safe to buy?

The MOT history for OU55 CLY shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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