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VX04 BWL

2004 Suzuki GS500

Black Petrol 487cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jan 2015
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

21,927 mi
Last recorded21,927 miles
Recorded on17 Jan 2014
Typical for 2004 Suzuki GS50015,962 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVX04 BWL
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS500
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine487cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Jan 2014 21,927 miles

Oil leak on supply pipes on front of engine. This is spreading on engine towards the reartyre.

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Fail 16 Jan 2014 21,927 miles

Front Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

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

Oil leak on supply pipes on front of engine. This is spreading on engine towards the reartyre.

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 3 Jan 2013 20,166 miles

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

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

Pass 28 Dec 2011 18,662 miles

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

Fail 28 Dec 2011 18,662 miles

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

Front Brake lever cannot be applied smoothly (3.1.3d)

Pass 14 May 2011 17,297 miles

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

Pass 20 May 2010 14,398 miles
Pass 18 May 2009 11,257 miles
Pass 12 May 2008 10,191 miles
Pass 2 May 2007 10,176 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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VX04 BWL is a 2004 Suzuki GS500 in Black with a 487cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 VX04 BWL, 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 VX04 BWL registered?

VX04 BWL is a 2004 Suzuki GS500, first registered on 3 April 2004.

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