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SY04 BFL

2004 Suzuki GS500

Blue Petrol 487cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jun 2022
Tests13 (13 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

31,749 mi
Last recorded31,749 miles
Recorded on4 Jun 2021
Typical for 2004 Suzuki GS50015,962 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSY04 BFL
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS500
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine487cc

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MOT History

13 pass
Pass 4 Jun 2021 31,749 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced rearswingarm slightly corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Road spring corroded rear spring slightly corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 5 Apr 2019 31,737 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 4 Apr 2018 31,722 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2017 31,691 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2016 31,661 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2015 31,600 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2014 31,564 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2012 31,483 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

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

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

Pass 15 Jul 2011 29,265 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2010 25,039 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2009 20,727 miles

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

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

both handlebar end weights. damaged.no sharp edges.

Pass 15 Jul 2008 17,018 miles

rear tyre worn down to 2mm.

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 24 Jul 2007 13,004 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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SY04 BFL is a 2004 Suzuki GS500 in Blue with a 487cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 SY04 BFL, 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 SY04 BFL registered?

SY04 BFL is a 2004 Suzuki GS500, first registered on 1 August 2004.

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