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SY04 CPX

2004 Suzuki GS500

Black Petrol 487cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jun 2015
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

36,475 mi
Last recorded36,475 miles
Recorded on20 Jun 2014
Typical for 2004 Suzuki GS50015,962 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSY04 CPX
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS500
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine487cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Jun 2014 36,475 miles

exhaust corroded

frame corroded

rear coil spring corroded

rear suspension arm corroded

Fail 17 Jun 2014 36,475 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear Brake cylinder insecurely mounted (3.2.B1a)

exhaust corroded

frame corroded

rear coil spring corroded

rear suspension arm corroded

Pass 18 Jun 2013 34,172 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

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

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

front engine mounting deteriorated

front tyre has slight cracks

rear tyre has slight cracks

Pass 16 Apr 2012 30,520 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

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

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

brake reaction bar corroded

front forks slight pitting

Pass 2 May 2011 27,674 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2009 27,503 miles
Fail 3 Sep 2009 27,503 miles

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Offside Front Brake disc(s) insecure (3.2.A1g) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 22 Aug 2008 23,439 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2007 19,607 miles

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

nearside rear indicator slight movement

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 CPX is a 2004 Suzuki GS500 in Black with a 487cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 SY04 CPX, 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 CPX registered?

SY04 CPX is a 2004 Suzuki GS500, first registered on 21 June 2004.

Is SY04 CPX safe to buy?

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