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PJ55 PUX

2005 Suzuki GS500

Blue Petrol 487cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Mar 2025
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

Typical for 2005 Suzuki GS50016,280 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPJ55 PUX
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS500
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine487cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 15 Mar 2024

Chain guard missing missing ()

Nearside Front Clutch lever shortened Ball end snapped off (6.2.7 (b))

Side stand loose

Fail 5 Mar 2024

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motorcycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (8.1.1 (a))

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Offside Footrest insecure broken and loose (6.2.12 (a))

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Registration plate lamp missing in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Chain guard missing missing ()

Footrest slightly loose (6.2.12 (a))

Nearside Front Clutch lever shortened Ball end snapped off (6.2.7 (b))

Side stand loose

Pass 14 Jan 2023
Pass 1 Nov 2016

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

No lights fitted at time of test ( daylight mot )

Fail 7 Apr 2015 48,128 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

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

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 7 Apr 2015 48,128 miles
Fail 7 Apr 2014 43,295 miles

Rear Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the steering (2.5.1)

seal on fuel cap showing first signs of deterioration

Pass 7 Apr 2014 43,295 miles

seal on fuel cap showing first signs of deterioration

Pass 9 Apr 2013 38,462 miles

Oil leak

Fail 11 Mar 2013 38,451 miles

Nearside Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Rear Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 9 Mar 2012 33,981 miles

Both sets of brake pads low,will need changing soon

Pass 19 Apr 2011 29,011 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 26 Feb 2010 22,717 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2008 15,398 miles

rear pads worn to 3mm

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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PJ55 PUX is a 2005 Suzuki GS500 in Blue with a 487cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 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 PJ55 PUX, 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 PJ55 PUX registered?

PJ55 PUX is a 2005 Suzuki GS500, first registered on 23 November 2005.

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