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SF06 NPJ

2006 Suzuki Gs 500 K5

Black Petrol 487cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Aug 2012
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

46,118 mi
Last recorded46,118 miles
Recorded on16 Aug 2011
Typical for 2006 Suzuki Gs 500 K519,353 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSF06 NPJ
MakeSuzuki
ModelGs 500 K5
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine487cc
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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Aug 2011 46,118 miles

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

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

Handlebar slightly corroded. (2.1.1b)

Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Rear suspension component slightly corroded. (2.4.A.1a)

front tyre has slight damage to both sidewalls

Fail 14 May 2011 46,112 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Rear mono-shock pivot excessively worn (2.4.B.4)

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

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

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

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

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

Handlebar slightly corroded. (2.1.1b)

Headlamp deteriorated but function not impaired (1.2.3a)

Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

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

Rear Brake pedal is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Rear Brake pedal pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

Rear suspension component slightly corroded. (2.4.A.1a)

Pass 8 May 2010 44,873 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

clutch lever bent

Fail 8 May 2010 44,873 miles

Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Offside Front Locking devices not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

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

clutch lever bent

Pass 1 May 2009 43,905 miles

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

How Reliable is the Suzuki Gs 500 K5?

Based on 1,714 MOT tests across 159 vehicles.

83.8%
Pass Rate
1,188
Miles/Year
21
Year Lifespan
159
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 28
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 15
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 11
Drive chain worn to excess 9
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 8
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SF06 NPJ is a 2006 Suzuki Gs 500 K5 in Black with a 487cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 2006 Suzuki Gs 500 K5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.4% with a typical mileage of 19,353 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 Gs 500 K5 fails its MOT is brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick, accounting for 28 recorded failures. If you're considering buying SF06 NPJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki Gs 500 K5 typically stays on UK roads for around 21 years. At 20 years old, this Suzuki Gs 500 K5 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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SF06 NPJ is a 2006 Suzuki Gs 500 K5, first registered on 16 May 2006.

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