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RA55 LPV

2006 Suzuki Gs 500 K5

Black Petrol 487cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jul 2024
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

62,882 mi
Last recorded62,882 miles
Recorded on14 Jul 2023
Typical for 2006 Suzuki Gs 500 K519,353 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRA55 LPV
MakeSuzuki
ModelGs 500 K5
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine487cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 Jul 2023 62,882 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2021 62,541 miles

Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced frame rusty (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush lower shock linkage bushes (5.3.2 (c))

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened swing arm (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 19 Oct 2020 59,571 miles

Front Engine mounting/bracket damaged but not to excess (6.1.8 (a) (i))

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

Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush lower linkage bushes (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 22 Oct 2019 56,794 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2018 51,676 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2017 46,105 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2016 39,905 miles
Fail 24 Oct 2016 39,905 miles

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies front brake control (1.3.1a)

Pass 27 Oct 2015 32,047 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2014 23,312 miles

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Pass 2 Nov 2013 16,681 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2013 12,549 miles
Fail 18 Feb 2013 12,549 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 22 Feb 2012 7,902 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2011 7,259 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2009 6,935 miles
Fail 18 Mar 2009 6,935 miles

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

How Reliable is the Suzuki Gs 500 K5?

Based on 1,714 MOT tests across 159 vehicles.

83.8%
Pass Rate
1,188
Miles/Year
21
Year Lifespan
159
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 28
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 15
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 11
Drive chain worn to excess 9
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 8
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RA55 LPV is a 2006 Suzuki Gs 500 K5 in Black with a 487cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

Across all 2006 Suzuki Gs 500 K5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.4% with a typical mileage of 19,353 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Suzuki Gs 500 K5 fails its MOT is brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick, accounting for 28 recorded failures. If you're considering buying RA55 LPV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki Gs 500 K5 typically stays on UK roads for around 21 years. At 20 years old, this Suzuki Gs 500 K5 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was RA55 LPV registered?

RA55 LPV is a 2006 Suzuki Gs 500 K5, first registered on 12 January 2006.

Is RA55 LPV safe to buy?

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