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WG55 UNH

2005 Suzuki GS500

Blue Petrol 487cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Nov 2018
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

20,001 mi
Last recorded20,001 miles
Recorded on1 Nov 2017
Typical for 2005 Suzuki GS50016,280 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWG55 UNH
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS500
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine487cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Nov 2017 20,001 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Front Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

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

Headlamp deteriorated but function not impaired (1.2.3a)

Rear Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

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

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

Rear Motorcycle structure slightly corroded SWING ARM CORRODED (6.1.1a)

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

Pass 24 Oct 2016 19,025 miles

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

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Headlamp deteriorated but function not impaired (1.2.3a)

Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Rear Motorcycle structure slightly corroded Swing arm has corrosion (6.1.1a)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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

Pass 27 Oct 2015 18,484 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

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

Rear Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

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

Rear suspension component slightly corroded. swing arm corroded and rusty (2.4.A.1a)

Pass 11 Nov 2014 17,007 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Rear Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

Rear suspension slightly corroded (2.4.A.2d)

Pass 5 Nov 2013 15,738 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 1 Nov 2012 13,852 miles

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

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Fail 30 Oct 2012 13,852 miles

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

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

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

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 31 Oct 2011 11,058 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2010 8,126 miles
Fail 26 Oct 2009 5,707 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 26 Oct 2009 5,707 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2008 2,086 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 UNH is a 2005 Suzuki GS500 in Blue with a 487cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 UNH, 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 UNH registered?

WG55 UNH is a 2005 Suzuki GS500, first registered on 22 November 2005.

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