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WF05 HNU

2005 Suzuki GS500

Silver Petrol 487cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jun 2024
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

10,472 mi
Last recorded10,472 miles
Recorded on23 Jun 2023
Typical for 2005 Suzuki GS50016,280 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWF05 HNU
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS500
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine487cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 23 Jun 2023 10,472 miles

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

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Fail 23 Jun 2023 10,472 miles

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

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii))

Pass 13 Jun 2022 9,069 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2022 9,069 miles

Stop lamp not working front lever cable connection corroded (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 10 Jun 2021 8,578 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 4 Jun 2020 8,157 miles

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 15 Apr 2019 8,079 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2018 7,733 miles

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

Pass 28 Mar 2017 7,620 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Offside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 22 Mar 2016 7,466 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 7 Jul 2014 7,451 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Fail 1 Jul 2014 7,429 miles

Front Brake cylinder leaking hydraulic fluid (3.2.B1e)

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

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 22 Mar 2013 6,571 miles

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

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

o/s/f indicator lens missing bulb painted orange

Fail 22 Mar 2013 6,571 miles

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

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

o/s/f indicator lens missing bulb painted orange

Fail 18 Aug 2011 5,288 miles

Front Fairings insecure but not likely to impede the steering (2.1.2e)

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

Pass 18 Aug 2011 5,288 miles

Front Fairings insecure but not likely to impede the steering (2.1.2e)

Pass 16 Aug 2010 3,824 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2009 3,018 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2008 1,579 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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WF05 HNU is a 2005 Suzuki GS500 in Silver with a 487cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

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 WF05 HNU, 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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WF05 HNU is a 2005 Suzuki GS500, first registered on 1 June 2005.

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