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PF04 PDX

2004 Suzuki GS500

Black Petrol 487cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Dec 2021
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

40,732 mi
Last recorded40,732 miles
Recorded on10 Dec 2020
Typical for 2004 Suzuki GS50015,962 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPF04 PDX
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS500
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine487cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 10 Dec 2020 40,732 miles

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

Rear Suspension pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 10 Dec 2020 40,732 miles

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

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

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

Rear Suspension pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Sep 2018 35,307 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear Suspension pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement Worn rear suspension bush but doesn't effect the handling of the vehicle (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 29 Aug 2018 35,307 miles

Rear Suspension component pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Steering headbearing has excessive wear or free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Nearside Handlebar grip insecure to handlebar (2.2.1 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Exhaust slightly loose (6.1.2 (a))

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 31 Jul 2017 32,459 miles

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Fail 31 Jul 2017 32,459 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 25 Jul 2016 28,471 miles
Pass 27 May 2015 24,909 miles
Pass 8 May 2014 16,808 miles
Pass 7 May 2013 13,249 miles
Pass 11 May 2012 10,980 miles
Pass 26 May 2011 10,898 miles
Pass 21 May 2010 10,846 miles
Pass 8 May 2009 10,445 miles

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Front Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Fail 8 May 2009 10,445 miles

Nearside Rear Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e) DANGEROUS

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Front Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 29 May 2008 10,223 miles
Fail 24 May 2008 10,223 miles

Centre Front Lower Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Centre Front Upper Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

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

Pass 1 May 2007 9,283 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1b)

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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PF04 PDX is a 2004 Suzuki GS500 in Black with a 487cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 PF04 PDX, 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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PF04 PDX is a 2004 Suzuki GS500, first registered on 19 May 2004.

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