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S500 GSF

2004 Suzuki GS500

White Petrol 487cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 May 2026
Tests24 (17 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate70.8%

Mileage

19,308 mi
Last recorded19,308 miles
Recorded on22 May 2025
Typical for 2004 Suzuki GS50015,962 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS500 GSF
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS500
Year2004
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine487cc

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MOT History

17 pass 7 fail
Pass 22 May 2025 19,308 miles

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 8 May 2024 18,801 miles
Fail 1 May 2024 18,774 miles

Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

Pass 12 May 2023 16,972 miles

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 11 May 2022 15,383 miles
Pass 13 May 2021 13,285 miles
Fail 13 May 2021 13,285 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Pass 12 Jul 2018 13,283 miles
Fail 12 Jul 2018 13,283 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Pass 19 Jun 2017 13,268 miles

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Fail 19 Jun 2017 13,268 miles

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

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 13 May 2016 13,225 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion Both front slight (2.3.3)

Fail 13 May 2016 13,225 miles

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

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion Both front slight (2.3.3)

Horn control not functioning. (1.7.2b)

Pass 26 May 2015 13,187 miles
Fail 26 May 2015 13,187 miles

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

Pass 13 May 2014 13,146 miles

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 27 Apr 2013 13,102 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2012 13,052 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2011 12,996 miles
Fail 19 Apr 2011 12,996 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

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

Pass 21 Apr 2010 12,918 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2009 12,836 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2008 12,753 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2007 8,509 miles

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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S500 GSF is a 2004 Suzuki GS500 in White with a 487cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.8%.

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 S500 GSF, 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 S500 GSF registered?

S500 GSF is a 2004 Suzuki GS500, first registered on 20 April 2004.

Is S500 GSF safe to buy?

The MOT history for S500 GSF shows 24 tests with a 70.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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