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WK55 AVB

2005 Suzuki Gs 500 FK5

Black Petrol 487cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jul 2024
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

54,762 mi
Last recorded54,762 miles
Recorded on31 Jul 2023
Typical for 2005 Suzuki Gs 500 FK513,464 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWK55 AVB
MakeSuzuki
ModelGs 500 FK5
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine487cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 31 Jul 2023 54,762 miles

Chain Adjuster Loose & Bent

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

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

Engine Idling High

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

Horn control insecure (7.7 (b))

Indicator switch insecure (4.4.2 (a) (i))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Road spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))

handlebar clamps reversed

Fail 28 Jul 2023 54,762 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Footrest insecure Pillion Pegs Missing Retaining Clips (6.2.12 (a))

Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Chain Adjuster Loose & Bent

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

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

Engine Idling High

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

Horn control insecure (7.7 (b))

Indicator switch insecure (4.4.2 (a) (i))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Road spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))

handlebar clamps reversed

Pass 26 Jul 2022 50,836 miles
Fail 22 Jul 2022 50,036 miles

Front Brake lever has abnormal movement of levers indicating excessive wear or maladjustment (1.1.15 (f))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Drive chain excessively loose adjuster (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 21 May 2021 47,976 miles

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Fail 12 May 2021 47,930 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 16 May 2020 43,997 miles
Fail 7 May 2020 43,990 miles

Front Brake caliper inadequately mounted (1.1.16 (c) (i))

Front Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

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

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 4 May 2019 37,841 miles

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

Pass 15 May 2018 26,312 miles

Drive belt worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Fail 8 May 2018 26,262 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Drive belt worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 10 May 2017 18,092 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 19 Apr 2016 16,001 miles

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

Front Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Pass 11 May 2015 15,335 miles

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

Pass 18 Jul 2014 15,333 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2013 15,333 miles

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

Pass 23 Nov 2012 15,036 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2011 14,722 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2010 13,791 miles

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

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

Pass 13 Nov 2009 12,447 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Pass 21 Nov 2008 10,751 miles

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

How Reliable is the Suzuki Gs 500 FK5?

Based on 2,076 MOT tests across 190 vehicles.

83.0%
Pass Rate
975
Miles/Year
21
Year Lifespan
190
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 36
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 29
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 20
Drive chain excessively loose 15
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 12
Full Suzuki Gs 500 FK5 reliability report

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WK55 AVB is a 2005 Suzuki Gs 500 FK5 in Black with a 487cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

Across all 2005 Suzuki Gs 500 FK5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.1% with a typical mileage of 13,464 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 Gs 500 FK5 fails its MOT is brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick, accounting for 36 recorded failures. If you're considering buying WK55 AVB, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki Gs 500 FK5 typically stays on UK roads for around 21 years. At 21 years old, this Suzuki Gs 500 FK5 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was WK55 AVB registered?

WK55 AVB is a 2005 Suzuki Gs 500 FK5, first registered on 23 November 2005.

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