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RV56 GKY

2006 Suzuki GS500F

Blue Petrol 487cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Apr 2022
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

19,601 mi
Last recorded19,601 miles
Recorded on21 Apr 2021
Typical for 2006 Suzuki GS500F8,973 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRV56 GKY
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS500F
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine487cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Apr 2021 19,601 miles
Pass 18 May 2019 19,187 miles

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

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 130/70/17 bt45 (5.2.3 (e))

Rear tyre has slight cracks in side wall

Pass 18 May 2018 18,552 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2017 18,405 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2016 18,396 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 9 Sep 2014 16,130 miles
Fail 30 Aug 2014 16,112 miles

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Fuel cap mounting flange/sealing method defective (7.2.2c)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

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

Pass 22 Aug 2013 12,019 miles

Clutch lever shortened. (6.2.1g)

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

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

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

Pass 30 Aug 2012 7,678 miles

Clutch lever shortened. (6.2.1g)

Rear Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 23 Aug 2011 5,857 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2010 5,447 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2009 4,088 miles

How Reliable is the Suzuki GS500F?

Based on 2,782 MOT tests across 296 vehicles.

84.0%
Pass Rate
820
Miles/Year
22
Year Lifespan
296
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 50
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 41
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 29
Drive chain excessively loose 25
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 22
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RV56 GKY is a 2006 Suzuki GS500F in Blue with a 487cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

Across all 2006 Suzuki GS500F models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.8% with a typical mileage of 8,973 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Suzuki GS500F fails its MOT is brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick, accounting for 50 recorded failures. If you're considering buying RV56 GKY, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki GS500F typically stays on UK roads for around 22 years. At 20 years old, this Suzuki GS500F is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was RV56 GKY registered?

RV56 GKY is a 2006 Suzuki GS500F, first registered on 1 September 2006.

Is RV56 GKY safe to buy?

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