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RJ05 OYP

2005 Suzuki GS500

Blue Petrol 487cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Mar 2012
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

23,208 mi
Last recorded23,208 miles
Recorded on22 Mar 2011
Typical for 2005 Suzuki GS50016,280 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRJ05 OYP
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS500
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine487cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Mar 2011 23,208 miles
Fail 18 Mar 2011 22,948 miles

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

Front Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)

Front Stop lamp damaged and function impaired (1.3.3a)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Lower Rear suspension bearing has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 27 Mar 2010 11,320 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Rear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive (2.4.B.4)

Fail 17 Mar 2010 11,212 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

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

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

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

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

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

Pass 28 Apr 2009 8,807 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2008 6,291 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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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RJ05 OYP is a 2005 Suzuki GS500 in Blue with a 487cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 RJ05 OYP, 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 RJ05 OYP registered?

RJ05 OYP is a 2005 Suzuki GS500, first registered on 13 April 2005.

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