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WG55 AFJ

2005 Suzuki GS500

Black Petrol 487cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Sep 2025
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

17,963 mi
Last recorded17,963 miles
Recorded on18 Sep 2024
Typical for 2005 Suzuki GS50016,280 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWG55 AFJ
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS500
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine487cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Sep 2024 17,963 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

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

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 18 Sep 2023 17,132 miles

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

Pass 15 Jan 2021 16,390 miles

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

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

Pass 22 Aug 2019 15,787 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2017 15,249 miles

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

Pass 3 Oct 2016 14,707 miles

Oil leak ()

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

Pass 5 Oct 2015 13,978 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

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

cut/damage in rear tyre tread

rear brake hose furrel slightly corroded

Fail 3 Oct 2014 13,118 miles

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

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

Rear Brake hose leaking fluid (3.2.B4)

Rear spring corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4A1b(ii))

rear brake hose furrel corroded

Pass 3 Oct 2014 13,118 miles

rear brake hose furrel corroded

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

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

Rear spring corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4A1b(ii))

Pass 4 Oct 2013 12,090 miles

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

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

Pass 1 Oct 2012 10,875 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2011 10,369 miles

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

Fail 1 Sep 2010 9,573 miles

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

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 1 Sep 2010 9,573 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2009 8,286 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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WG55 AFJ is a 2005 Suzuki GS500 in Black with a 487cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 WG55 AFJ, 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 WG55 AFJ registered?

WG55 AFJ is a 2005 Suzuki GS500, first registered on 20 September 2005.

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The MOT history for WG55 AFJ shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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