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SH57 CNF

2008 Suzuki Gs 500 FK5

Black Petrol 487cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Sep 2026
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

10,087 mi
Last recorded10,087 miles
Recorded on8 Sep 2025
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSH57 CNF
MakeSuzuki
ModelGs 500 FK5
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine487cc
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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Sep 2025 10,087 miles

Handlebar deformed but serviceable (2.2.1 (c) (i))

Fail 1 Sep 2025 100,519 miles

Front Brake disc contaminated (1.1.14 (b))

Front Brake pad(s) contaminated (1.1.13 (b))

Front Brake pad(s) contaminated (1.1.13 (b))

Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak both forks (5.3.2 (b))

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Nearside Front Footrest insecure bolt not secured (6.2.12 (a))

Handlebar deformed but serviceable (2.2.1 (c) (i))

Pass 2 May 2024 9,699 miles

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

Pass 4 May 2023 8,689 miles
Pass 7 May 2022 7,759 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2017 7,744 miles

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

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit rear tyre tread depth barely meets requirements (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 3 May 2014 7,529 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2012 6,423 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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

Pass 26 Feb 2011 6,006 miles
Fail 26 Feb 2011 6,006 miles

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

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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SH57 CNF is a 2008 Suzuki Gs 500 FK5 in Black with a 487cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 SH57 CNF, 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 18 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 SH57 CNF registered?

SH57 CNF is a 2008 Suzuki Gs 500 FK5, first registered on 11 February 2008.

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