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WA05 MWZ

2005 Suzuki GS500

Yellow Petrol 487cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Oct 2020
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

31,071 mi
Last recorded31,071 miles
Recorded on2 Apr 2019
Typical for 2005 Suzuki GS50016,280 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWA05 MWZ
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS500
Year2005
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine487cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 2 Apr 2019 31,071 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2018 28,957 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2018 28,957 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Fail 11 Jun 2016 28,956 miles

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Rear Motorcycle structure slightly corroded swinging arm (6.1.1a)

Pass 18 Jun 2015 27,058 miles

Front Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

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

Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

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

Pass 11 Jun 2014 25,019 miles

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

Fail 11 Jun 2014 25,019 miles

Front Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

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

Fail 20 Jun 2013 24,490 miles

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 20 Jun 2013 24,490 miles

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Pass 24 May 2012 23,878 miles

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Pass 2 Jun 2011 22,117 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2010 19,184 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2009 16,350 miles
Pass 14 May 2008 11,192 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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WA05 MWZ is a 2005 Suzuki GS500 in Yellow with a 487cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 2005 Suzuki GS500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.6% with a typical mileage of 16,280 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 WA05 MWZ, 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 21 years old, this Suzuki GS500 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was WA05 MWZ registered?

WA05 MWZ is a 2005 Suzuki GS500, first registered on 6 June 2005.

Is WA05 MWZ safe to buy?

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