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WK04 BVM

2004 Suzuki GS500

Blue Petrol 487cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Jun 2027
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

1,678 mi
Last recorded1,678 miles
Recorded on1 Jun 2026
Typical for 2004 Suzuki GS50015,962 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWK04 BVM
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS500
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine487cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 Jun 2026 1,678 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2025 1,057 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Fail 2 Jun 2025 1,057 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 11 Jun 2024 166 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2023 14 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear reflector obviously incorrectly positioned (4.8.2 (a) (i))

Fail 19 Jun 2023 14 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Rear reflector obviously incorrectly positioned (4.8.2 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Mar 2022 29,917 miles

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Central Rear 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))

Pass 4 Mar 2021 29,107 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2020 28,926 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Slight oil leak

Pass 2 Feb 2019 26,223 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2018 25,017 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2017 24,561 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2016 23,895 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2015 23,693 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2013 22,781 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 10 May 2012 19,248 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Front Tyre Unevenly Worn

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

Fail 5 May 2012 19,192 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

rear tyre has cut in

Pass 11 May 2011 13,706 miles

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

Brake master cylinder fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Clutch lever shortened. (6.2.1g)

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

rear tyre aged and has cracked walls

Pass 28 Mar 2011 13,266 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2010 11,633 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2008 7,356 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2007 4,374 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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WK04 BVM is a 2004 Suzuki GS500 in Blue with a 487cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

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 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 WK04 BVM, 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 WK04 BVM registered?

WK04 BVM is a 2004 Suzuki GS500, first registered on 15 April 2004.

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