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RK53 KKW

2004 Suzuki GS500

Black Petrol 487cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Sep 2019
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

65,121 mi
Last recorded65,121 miles
Recorded on21 Sep 2018
Typical for 2004 Suzuki GS50015,962 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRK53 KKW
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS500
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine487cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 21 Sep 2018 65,121 miles

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

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Exhaust slightly loose (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 22 May 2015 27,635 miles

Nearside Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Nearside Rear Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Fail 21 May 2015 27,632 miles

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

Nearside Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Nearside Rear Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 27 May 2014 22,982 miles

Nearside Front Clutch lever bent (6.2.1g)

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

Fail 27 May 2014 22,982 miles

Front position lamp incorrect colour (1.1.2a)

Nearside Front Clutch lever bent (6.2.1g)

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

Pass 10 May 2013 22,356 miles
Pass 9 May 2012 17,105 miles

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

Pass 4 May 2011 10,331 miles
Pass 13 May 2010 7,565 miles
Pass 7 May 2009 4,029 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Fail 2 May 2009 4,029 miles

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

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 13 May 2008 1,920 miles

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

Nearside Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Fail 13 May 2008 1,920 miles

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

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Nearside Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

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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RK53 KKW is a 2004 Suzuki GS500 in Black with a 487cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

Across all 2004 Suzuki GS500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.3% with a typical mileage of 15,962 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 RK53 KKW, 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 22 years old, this Suzuki GS500 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was RK53 KKW registered?

RK53 KKW is a 2004 Suzuki GS500, first registered on 23 January 2004.

Is RK53 KKW safe to buy?

The MOT history for RK53 KKW shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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