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PN05 UFJ

2005 Suzuki GS500

Black Petrol 487cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jul 2022
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

31,722 mi
Last recorded31,722 miles
Recorded on17 Jul 2021
Typical for 2005 Suzuki GS50016,280 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPN05 UFJ
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS500
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine487cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 17 Jul 2021 31,722 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))

Pass 1 Aug 2019 30,360 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 2 Aug 2018 28,747 miles

*Retest for Test Number: 7575991262767*

Fail 2 Aug 2018 28,747 miles

Tyre has ply or cord exposed Worn Low / Uneven and Exposing Cord through a Crack in Tyre (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Drive Chain has a few 'Tight Links'

Frayed / Damaged Wiring Rubbing on osf upper frame ?

Fail 31 Jul 2018 28,724 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Tyre has ply or cord exposed Worn Low / Uneven and Exposing Cord through a Crack in Tyre (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Drive Chain has a few 'Tight Links'

Offside Rear Direction indicator insecure Lens / Cover Loose ? (4.4.1 (c) (i))

Frayed / Damaged Wiring Rubbing on osf upper frame ?

Pass 23 May 2017 26,825 miles

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

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 21 May 2016 24,952 miles

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

Fail 21 May 2016 24,952 miles

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

Front Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

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 9 Apr 2014 19,264 miles

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

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

Pass 1 Feb 2013 17,115 miles

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

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

Fail 1 Feb 2013 17,115 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

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

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

Pass 28 Jan 2012 13,017 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2011 9,508 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2009 6,512 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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PN05 UFJ is a 2005 Suzuki GS500 in Black 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 PN05 UFJ, 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.

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What year was PN05 UFJ registered?

PN05 UFJ is a 2005 Suzuki GS500, first registered on 9 June 2005.

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