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VN56 GFJ

2006 Suzuki GS500

Blue Petrol 487cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jun 2025
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

39,072 mi
Last recorded39,072 miles
Recorded on13 Jun 2024
Typical for 2006 Suzuki GS50015,703 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVN56 GFJ
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS500
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine487cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Jun 2024 39,072 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 4 Feb 2020 38,981 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Fail 27 Nov 2019 38,976 miles

Front Shock absorber has negligible damping effect front suspension has no movement (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 29 Nov 2018 35,467 miles

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

Pass 7 Nov 2017 33,773 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 28 Jun 2016 33,366 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2016 33,348 miles

Front Front suspension has inadequate damping effect. (2.3.6c)

Pass 18 May 2015 28,457 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Fail 14 May 2015 28,457 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 7 Dec 2012 25,708 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 14 Dec 2011 20,883 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2010 16,649 miles

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

Pass 22 Dec 2009 13,179 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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VN56 GFJ is a 2006 Suzuki GS500 in Blue with a 487cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

Across all 2006 Suzuki GS500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.0% with a typical mileage of 15,703 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 VN56 GFJ, 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 20 years old, this Suzuki GS500 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was VN56 GFJ registered?

VN56 GFJ is a 2006 Suzuki GS500, first registered on 29 December 2006.

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