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PN05 UHB

2005 Suzuki GS500

Black Petrol 487cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Feb 2021
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

33,962 mi
Last recorded33,962 miles
Recorded on5 Feb 2020
Typical for 2005 Suzuki GS50016,280 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPN05 UHB
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS500
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine487cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Feb 2020 33,962 miles
Fail 3 Feb 2020 33,961 miles

Rear Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 29 May 2018 31,416 miles

Offside Rear Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))

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

Pass 27 Mar 2017 26,202 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2016 21,840 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2014 20,826 miles

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

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

Pass 25 Apr 2013 18,273 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2012 15,394 miles
Fail 16 Apr 2012 15,343 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Rear Locking device(s) not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h)

Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.2a(i))

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

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

tyre size 1308017H

Pass 18 Apr 2011 10,313 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2010 3,434 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2009 2,312 miles
Pass 24 May 2008 2,104 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 UHB 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 84.6%.

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 PN05 UHB, 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 UHB registered?

PN05 UHB is a 2005 Suzuki GS500, first registered on 21 May 2005.

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