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VO06 TLY

2006 Suzuki GS500

Blue Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jul 2018
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

23,612 mi
Last recorded23,612 miles
Recorded on25 Jul 2017
Typical for 2006 Suzuki GS50015,703 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVO06 TLY
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS500
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 Jul 2017 23,612 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2016 23,596 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2015 23,559 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2014 23,536 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2013 23,232 miles
Fail 5 Sep 2013 23,232 miles

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

Pass 12 Sep 2012 22,752 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2012 22,684 miles
Fail 27 Mar 2012 22,684 miles

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

Front Handlebar mounting clamp loose (2.1.1a)

Rear Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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

Pass 5 Apr 2011 19,659 miles
Fail 31 Mar 2011 19,659 miles

Front Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

Nearside Handlebar deformed (2.1.1b)

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

Pass 1 Apr 2010 17,055 miles

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

Pass 12 Mar 2009 16,903 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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VO06 TLY is a 2006 Suzuki GS500 in Blue with a 498cc 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 VO06 TLY, 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.

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What year was VO06 TLY registered?

VO06 TLY is a 2006 Suzuki GS500, first registered on 10 March 2006.

Is VO06 TLY safe to buy?

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