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WG04 TPY

2004 Suzuki GS500

Black Petrol 487cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Oct 2025
Tests21 (14 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

29,184 mi
Last recorded29,184 miles
Recorded on22 Oct 2024
Typical for 2004 Suzuki GS50015,962 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWG04 TPY
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS500
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine487cc

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MOT History

14 pass 7 fail
Pass 22 Oct 2024 29,184 miles
Fail 18 Oct 2024 29,184 miles

Steering headbearing excessively stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

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

Pass 6 Oct 2021 28,932 miles
Fail 6 Oct 2021 28,932 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Drive chain so loose it is likely to fail (6.1.7 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 8 Oct 2020 28,651 miles
Fail 7 Oct 2020 28,650 miles

Drive chain excessively loose worn as well (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Offside Front Brake fluid contaminated (1.8 (a))

Offside Rear Brake fluid contaminated (1.8 (a))

Rear Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling approx 15mm out measured at front wheel (2.4 (a))

Pass 9 Apr 2019 22,967 miles
Fail 9 Apr 2019 22,967 miles

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 27 Jun 2017 22,805 miles

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

Pass 13 Jul 2016 21,766 miles

slight perishing to sidewalls of rear tyre

Pass 22 Sep 2014 21,350 miles
Pass 11 May 2013 20,109 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2013 20,095 miles

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

Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Pass 16 Apr 2012 18,695 miles
Fail 7 Apr 2012 18,695 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Steering movement excessively stiff with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

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

Pass 14 Apr 2011 16,450 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1b)

Pass 7 May 2010 15,316 miles
Fail 7 May 2010 15,316 miles

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

Pass 21 May 2009 13,136 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1a)

Pass 3 May 2008 8,950 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Pass 9 May 2007 4,399 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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WG04 TPY is a 2004 Suzuki GS500 in Black with a 487cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 WG04 TPY, 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 WG04 TPY registered?

WG04 TPY is a 2004 Suzuki GS500, first registered on 5 May 2004.

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