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ST06 MKP

2006 Suzuki Gs 500 FK5

Black Petrol 487cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jan 2025
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

26,004 mi
Last recorded26,004 miles
Recorded on25 Jan 2024
Typical for 2006 Suzuki Gs 500 FK513,194 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationST06 MKP
MakeSuzuki
ModelGs 500 FK5
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine487cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 Jan 2024 26,004 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2023 24,750 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2021 23,045 miles
Fail 22 Apr 2021 23,030 miles

Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))

Pass 13 May 2020 21,950 miles

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

Pass 9 May 2019 20,601 miles

Fuel smell no leak found.

Rear swing arm is corroded.

Pass 12 May 2018 20,101 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 5 May 2017 19,877 miles

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

Pass 17 May 2016 19,509 miles
Pass 12 May 2015 19,358 miles

front pads wearing unevenly

Fail 12 May 2015 19,328 miles

Rear Brake hose leaking fluid (3.2.B4)

front pads wearing unevenly

Pass 10 May 2014 18,190 miles

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

front pads low

front tyre starting to perish and tread low

Pass 4 May 2013 17,950 miles

rear brake disc poor condition

Pass 21 May 2012 17,463 miles
Pass 21 May 2011 15,711 miles

Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Fail 20 May 2011 15,704 miles

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

Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Pass 22 May 2010 14,430 miles

front wheel slightly binding

rear brake disc surface badly scored

Pass 27 May 2009 13,086 miles

Reat tyre wearing low

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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ST06 MKP is a 2006 Suzuki Gs 500 FK5 in Black with a 487cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 2006 Suzuki Gs 500 FK5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.1% with a typical mileage of 13,194 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 ST06 MKP, 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 20 years old, this Suzuki Gs 500 FK5 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was ST06 MKP registered?

ST06 MKP is a 2006 Suzuki Gs 500 FK5, first registered on 26 May 2006.

Is ST06 MKP safe to buy?

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