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WL06 JKN

2006 Suzuki GS500

Blue Petrol 487cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jul 2025
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

68,648 mi
Last recorded68,648 miles
Recorded on2 Jul 2024
Typical for 2006 Suzuki GS50015,703 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWL06 JKN
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS500
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine487cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Jul 2024 68,648 miles

Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced ( Lower frame components and swinging arm.) (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 31 May 2023 64,404 miles

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

Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Fail 31 May 2023 64,404 miles

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

Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

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

Pass 4 Mar 2022 61,436 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2021 57,602 miles

Handlebar deformed but serviceable (2.2.1 (c) (i))

Pass 2 Mar 2020 53,373 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Suspension arm ball joint worn, but not excessively Slight play lower shock mount. (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Mar 2019 49,594 miles

Handlebars slightly bent.

Headlamp slightly discoloured (4.1.4 (a))

Pass 19 Apr 2016 46,673 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 11 Mar 2015 38,778 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2014 34,422 miles

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

Pass 25 Mar 2013 29,413 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2012 24,399 miles
Pass 27 May 2011 22,404 miles
Pass 21 May 2010 19,046 miles

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

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

Pass 27 May 2009 16,085 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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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WL06 JKN is a 2006 Suzuki GS500 in Blue with a 487cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

Across all 2006 Suzuki GS500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.0% with a typical mileage of 15,703 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 WL06 JKN, 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 20 years old, this Suzuki GS500 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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WL06 JKN is a 2006 Suzuki GS500, first registered on 2 June 2006.

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