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PN05 GVP

2005 Suzuki Gs 500 FK5

Blue Petrol 487cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jul 2019
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

13,684 mi
Last recorded13,684 miles
Recorded on6 Jul 2018
Typical for 2005 Suzuki Gs 500 FK513,464 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPN05 GVP
MakeSuzuki
ModelGs 500 FK5
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine487cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Jul 2018 13,684 miles

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Fail 6 Jul 2018 13,683 miles

Rear Drive chain so loose it is likely to fail (6.1.7 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

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

Pass 2 Jun 2017 13,100 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Fail 2 Jun 2017 13,100 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 25 May 2016 11,553 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2016 11,461 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Fail 2 Apr 2016 11,461 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Front Brake master cylinder fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 4 Apr 2015 10,441 miles

1.front tyre wearing low 2.front and rear brake pads wearing low

Pass 9 Apr 2014 9,873 miles

front brake disc becoming pitted

front tyre wearing low

slight leak on n/s front fork seal

Pass 9 Apr 2013 9,200 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

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

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

Pass 12 Apr 2012 6,914 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2009 5,972 miles

How Reliable is the Suzuki Gs 500 FK5?

Based on 2,076 MOT tests across 190 vehicles.

83.0%
Pass Rate
975
Miles/Year
21
Year Lifespan
190
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 36
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 29
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 20
Drive chain excessively loose 15
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 12
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PN05 GVP is a 2005 Suzuki Gs 500 FK5 in Blue with a 487cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2005 Suzuki Gs 500 FK5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.1% with a typical mileage of 13,464 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 Gs 500 FK5 fails its MOT is brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick, accounting for 36 recorded failures. If you're considering buying PN05 GVP, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki Gs 500 FK5 typically stays on UK roads for around 21 years. At 21 years old, this Suzuki Gs 500 FK5 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was PN05 GVP registered?

PN05 GVP is a 2005 Suzuki Gs 500 FK5, first registered on 15 April 2005.

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