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RX05 JYF

2005 Suzuki Gs 500 FK5

Black Petrol 487cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Mar 2016
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

37,291 mi
Last recorded37,291 miles
Recorded on20 Mar 2015
Typical for 2005 Suzuki Gs 500 FK513,464 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRX05 JYF
MakeSuzuki
ModelGs 500 FK5
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine487cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Mar 2015 37,291 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2014 37,141 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 31 May 2013 36,944 miles

Offside Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

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

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

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

Oil leak

Pass 18 May 2012 35,599 miles
Pass 18 May 2011 33,719 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Front Brake component worn but not seriously reduced in strength (3.2.A1)

Rear Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

fork clamp bolt

rear brake stabilizer bar rear locking device loose

rear disc does not have full contact of pad.

Fail 18 May 2011 33,719 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Front Brake component worn but not seriously reduced in strength (3.2.A1)

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

Front wheel spindle securing nut locking device missing (2.3.5a)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

fork clamp bolt

rear brake stabilizer bar rear locking device loose

rear disc does not have full contact of pad.

Pass 23 May 2010 27,667 miles
Pass 23 May 2009 25,685 miles

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

Pass 19 May 2008 20,937 miles

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1b)

How Reliable is the Suzuki Gs 500 FK5?

Based on 2,076 MOT tests across 190 vehicles.

83.0%
Pass Rate
975
Miles/Year
21
Year Lifespan
190
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 36
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 29
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 20
Drive chain excessively loose 15
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 12
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RX05 JYF is a 2005 Suzuki Gs 500 FK5 in Black with a 487cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 2005 Suzuki Gs 500 FK5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.1% with a typical mileage of 13,464 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Suzuki Gs 500 FK5 fails its MOT is brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick, accounting for 36 recorded failures. If you're considering buying RX05 JYF, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki Gs 500 FK5 typically stays on UK roads for around 21 years. At 21 years old, this Suzuki Gs 500 FK5 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was RX05 JYF registered?

RX05 JYF is a 2005 Suzuki Gs 500 FK5, first registered on 25 April 2005.

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